Shotton Hall Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Waveney Road Peterlee County Durham Peterlee County Durham SR8 1NX |
| Phone | 01915864515 |
| Reference Number | 135838 |
Shotton Hall Primary School is performing effectively, maintaining the high standards designated in the previous inspection. The school has created a warm and nurturing environment that fosters respectful relationships and promotes pupils' well-being. Academic expectations are high, particularly in English and mathematics, with pupils achieving results that align closely with national averages. The curriculum is ambitious, and the school's focus on personal development is evident through a variety of enriching activities that help students become active and engaged citizens in their community. While there are many strengths, such as the effective phonics teaching and positive attitudes towards learning, there are identified areas for improvement, specifically in the consistency of how teachers assess understanding and tailor learning activities. The school recognizes these gaps and is committed to addressing them to ensure that all pupils can secure a robust understanding of the curriculum. Overall, Shotton Hall Primary School is well-led and valued by its community, making it a strong educational environment.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 351 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.57%
Girls: 48.43% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 28.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 25.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 28.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 25 | 48 |
| 2 | 24 | 24 | 48 |
| 3 | 31 | 19 | 50 |
| 4 | 21 | 29 | 50 |
| 5 | 27 | 24 | 51 |
| 6 | 25 | 25 | 50 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 97.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| White, Other | 0.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Jan 2025 | School inspection |
| 22 Oct 2019 | School inspection |
| 19 Apr 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 08 May 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 21 Jan 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 29 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Warm and caring atmosphere fostering respectful relationships.
- High ambitions for academic achievement, particularly in English and mathematics.
- Effective phonics instruction leading to strong reading engagement.
- Ambitious curriculum designed for knowledge and skill development.
- Strong focus on pupils' personal development and citizenship.
- Positive pupil attitudes and high attendance rates.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Well-led by committed and skilled senior leaders and governors.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in how teachers assess pupils' understanding.
- Some lesson activities do not adequately support deep learning and knowledge retention.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 22% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 105 | ||
| Maths | 106 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.8 | ||
| Writing | 0.4 | ||
| Maths | 1.5 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 41 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 24 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Howletch Lane Primary School
Pennine Drive, County Durham, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2NQ |
0.61 miles |
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
Westway, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1DE |
0.62 miles |
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Acre Rigg Infant School
Acre Rigg Road, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2DU |
1.16 miles |
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Acre Rigg Academy
Acre Rigg Road, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2DU |
1.17 miles |
|
Dene House Primary School
Manor Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5RL |
1.38 miles |
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Seascape Primary School
Ellison Road, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5NJ |
1.44 miles |
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Wingate Community Nursery School
Partridge Terrace, Wingate, TS28 5BD |
1.64 miles |
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Hesleden Primary School
Hesleden, Hartlepool, TS27 4PT |
1.78 miles |
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Shotton Primary School
Grange Terrace, Shotton Colliery, County Durham, DH6 2JP |
1.8 miles |
|
Cotsford Primary School
Third Street, Horden, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 4EH |
1.86 miles |
|
Yohden Primary School
Windsor Terrace, Horden, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 4HP |
1.88 miles |
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St Marys Catholic Primary School, Wingate
Welfare Park, Wingate, Co Durham, County Durham, TS28 5AN |
1.91 miles |
|
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Thorpe Road, Horden, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 4AB |
1.96 miles |
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Wingate Primary School
Church Street, Wingate, County Durham, TS28 5AQ |
1.97 miles |
|
Horden Nursery School
Cotsford Park, Peterlee, SR8 4TB |
1.99 miles |
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Hutton Henry CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Hutton Henry, Hartlepool, TS27 4RY |
2.17 miles |
|
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton
Fleming Field, Shotton, Durham, County Durham, DH6 2JQ |
2.26 miles |
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Blackhall Primary School
Middle Street, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, TS27 4NA |
2.32 miles |
|
Easington CofE Primary School
EASINGTON VILLAGE, HALL WALK, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 3BP |
2.37 miles |
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Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Rosemary Lane, Peterlee, SR8 3BQ |
2.44 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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The Academy at Shotton Hall
Passfield Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1AU |
0.07 miles |
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St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College
Westway, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1DE |
0.53 miles |
|
Open Air Education
Oakerside Lodge, Castle Eden Dene Nnr, Stanhope Chase, County Durham, SR8 1NJ |
0.58 miles |
|
East Durham College
Willerby Grove, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2RN |
0.8 miles |
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Dene Academy
Manor Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5RL |
1.45 miles |
|
Wellfield School
North Road East, Wingate, County Durham, TS28 5AX |
1.63 miles |
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Easington Academy
Stockton Road, Easington Village, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 3AY |
2.18 miles |
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Hope Wood Academy
Crawlaw Road, Easington Colliery, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 3LP |
2.45 miles |