Shotton Hall Primary School
Peterlee, SR8 1NX · County Durham · primary school
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53rd of 188 primary schools in County Durham we can score, 208 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 2,617 of them, against 6.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shotton Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. A higher 22.0% achieved the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the choir or learn violin, guitar, cello, brass, ukulele, or Tiny Fingers. The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 350 pupils against a stated capacity of 350. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities does the choir participate in during the academic year? How are places allocated if the school is at full capacity for a given entry year?
What Ofsted said about Shotton Hall Primary School
Overview
Shotton Hall Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a school with a "warm, caring atmosphere" where "respectful relationships are at the heart" of daily life, resulting in pupils who are "happy" and "thrive." Leaders and governors are highly skilled, ensuring the school remains well-led and managed.
Strengths
- Staff "nurture the pupils and know them very well," fostering high ambitions for academic achievement in English and mathematics.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with staff teaching phonics effectively and providing books "matched precisely to their phonics knowledge."
- The early years provision is described as an "exciting place to be," where children develop curiosity and creativity successfully.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported diligently, allowing them to "learn the curriculum and achieve well."
- The school promotes equalities strongly, with pupils developing leadership and teamwork skills through roles such as "Rights Respecting Rangers."
Areas to improve
- Teachers must check pupils’ knowledge and understanding "systematically" to consistently identify and fill gaps in knowledge.
- Suitable learning activities and pedagogical choices must be used consistently across all subjects to ensure pupils "secure and deepen their knowledge and skills."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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