Acre Rigg Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Acre Rigg Road Peterlee County Durham SR8 2DU |
| Reference Number | 114154 |
Acre Rigg Infant School continues to perform well as a good school, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for all its pupils. Leaders are dedicated to fostering a challenging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school's emphasis on employee well-being and parental trust in teaching staff are notable strengths, contributing to a positive school culture where students feel cared for and safe. However, the school is currently facing challenges in providing a full range of extra-curricular activities due to the impact of COVID-19, which limits opportunities for students to engage beyond the classroom.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 259 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.19%
Girls: 49.81% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 47.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 17.9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 | 35 | 70 |
| 2 | 32 | 35 | 67 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.6% |
| White, Other | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.4% |
| White & Asian | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 May 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 May 2022 | School inspection |
| 22 Mar 2017 | Short inspection |
| 09 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 27 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Apr 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Teachers are trusted and valued by pupils and parents.
- The school provides targeted support for pupils with SEND.
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behavior and are well engaged in lessons.
- The curriculum is ambitious and well-sequenced across subjects.
- High priority is given to early reading and phonics.
- Pupils feel confident and supported in expressing their concerns.
Areas for Improvement
- The range of extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities has been narrowed due to COVID-19.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 16 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 21 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Acre Rigg Academy
Acre Rigg Road, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2DU |
0.01 miles |
|
Howletch Lane Primary School
Pennine Drive, County Durham, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2NQ |
0.59 miles |
|
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
Westway, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1DE |
0.65 miles |
|
Seascape Primary School
Ellison Road, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5NJ |
0.89 miles |
|
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Thorpe Road, Horden, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 4AB |
1.11 miles |
|
Shotton Hall Primary School
Waveney Road, Peterlee, County Durham, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1NX |
1.16 miles |
|
Easington CofE Primary School
EASINGTON VILLAGE, HALL WALK, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 3BP |
1.28 miles |
|
Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Rosemary Lane, Peterlee, SR8 3BQ |
1.31 miles |
|
Dene House Primary School
Manor Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5RL |
1.34 miles |
|
Easington Colliery Primary School
Whickham Street, Easington Colliery, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 3DJ |
1.46 miles |
|
Cotsford Primary School
Third Street, Horden, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 4EH |
1.55 miles |
|
Shotton Primary School
Grange Terrace, Shotton Colliery, County Durham, DH6 2JP |
1.63 miles |
|
Yohden Primary School
Windsor Terrace, Horden, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 4HP |
1.65 miles |
|
Horden Nursery School
Cotsford Park, Peterlee, SR8 4TB |
1.81 miles |
|
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton
Fleming Field, Shotton, Durham, County Durham, DH6 2JQ |
2.12 miles |
|
Hesleden Primary School
Hesleden, Hartlepool, TS27 4PT |
2.49 miles |
|
Blackhall Primary School
Middle Street, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, TS27 4NA |
2.52 miles |
|
Wingate Community Nursery School
Partridge Terrace, Wingate, TS28 5BD |
2.65 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall
Coast Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, TS27 4HE |
2.76 miles |
|
St Marys Catholic Primary School, Wingate
Welfare Park, Wingate, Co Durham, County Durham, TS28 5AN |
2.98 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
East Durham College
Willerby Grove, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2RN |
0.36 miles |
|
St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College
Westway, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1DE |
0.65 miles |
|
Easington Academy
Stockton Road, Easington Village, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 3AY |
1.05 miles |
|
The Academy at Shotton Hall
Passfield Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1AU |
1.19 miles |
|
Hope Wood Academy
Crawlaw Road, Easington Colliery, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 3LP |
1.33 miles |
|
Dene Academy
Manor Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5RL |
1.33 miles |
|
Open Air Education
Oakerside Lodge, Castle Eden Dene Nnr, Stanhope Chase, County Durham, SR8 1NJ |
1.41 miles |
|
Wellfield School
North Road East, Wingate, County Durham, TS28 5AX |
2.68 miles |
|
Elemore Hall School
Pittington, Elemore Hall School, Durham, DH6 1QD |
4.6 miles |