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Howden-le-Wear Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Howden-le-Wear Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Crook, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 187 pupils, and a capacity of 175 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

187

Pupils

175

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Howden-le-Wear Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Howden-le-Wear Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with County Durham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 187 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 175 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by County Durham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Howden-le-Wear Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Street, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HJ
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
22.5% of pupils
DfE URN
148852

Other Primary Schools in Crook

If Howden-le-Wear Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Crook are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Howden-le-Wear Primary School

Is Howden-le-Wear Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Howden-le-Wear Primary School currently has 187 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 175 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Howden-le-Wear Primary School?

Admission to Howden-le-Wear Primary School is managed by County Durham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Howden-le-Wear Primary School cover?

Howden-le-Wear Primary School is a primary school in Crook, County Durham, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Howden-le-Wear Primary School?

Howden-le-Wear Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.