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South Hetton Primary
Frederick Terrace, South Hetton, Durham, DH6 2TJ, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
50.6 / 100
Top 49%
Better than 51% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
196
Capacity
231
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
85%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in key stage 2, where 57% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 70% of schools nationally. While the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is lower at 17%, the overall parent satisfaction appears to be strong, making it a viable option for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 27 September 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 57% | Bottom 31% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 17% | Top 14% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British94.9%
White Other1.5%
Gypsy/Roma1.0%
Asian Indian1.0%
Black African1.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Location
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54.79893, -1.41115 · DH6 2TJ
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN141999
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is South Hetton Primary rated by Ofsted?
South Hetton Primary was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 September 2023.
Is South Hetton Primary a good school?
South Hetton Primary scores 50.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 49% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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