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West Rainton Primary School

West Rainton Primary School, Houghton le Spring
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West Rainton Primary School

West Rainton, Houghton le Spring, DH4 6RN

A Good-rated primary school in Houghton le Spring where 76% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school
Pupils
143
Ages
2-11
FSM
53.8%
Capacity
168
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2017

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
94.0%
Writing
82.0%
Maths
76.0%
RWM Combined
76.0%

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About West Rainton Primary School

West Rainton Primary School is a primary school in Houghton le Spring, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 76% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 143 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: West Rainton, Houghton le Spring, DH4 6RN | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for West Rainton Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Nov 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about West Rainton Primary School

What is West Rainton Primary School's Ofsted rating?
West Rainton Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.
What are West Rainton Primary School's latest exam results?
West Rainton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 76% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is West Rainton Primary School located?
West Rainton Primary School is a primary school in Houghton le Spring, County Durham (DH4 6RN).
How many pupils attend West Rainton Primary School?
West Rainton Primary School has around 143 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare West Rainton Primary School with other schools?
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