West Rainton Primary School Catchment Area
West Rainton Primary School is a community primary school in Houghton le Spring, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 143 pupils, and a capacity of 168 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
2–11
Age range
143
Pupils
168
Capacity
85%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2017
West Rainton Primary School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for West Rainton Primary School is set by County Durham and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
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.
Find County Durham catchment area documents →West Rainton Primary School — School Information
- Full address
- West Rainton, Houghton le Spring, DH4 6RN
- Local authority
- County Durham
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 2–11 years
- Free school meals
- 53.8% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 114128
Other Primary Schools in Houghton le Spring
If West Rainton Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Houghton le Spring are the next closest alternatives.
East Rainton Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH5 9RA
Easington Lane Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH5 0JT
Hetton Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH5 9ND
Shiney Row Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH4 4QP
Bernard Gilpin Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH5 8DA
Bournmoor Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH4 6HF
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Frequently Asked Questions — West Rainton Primary School
Is West Rainton Primary School oversubscribed? ▾
West Rainton Primary School has a capacity of 168 places and currently has 143 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with County Durham.
What is the admissions policy for West Rainton Primary School? ▾
Admission to West Rainton 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 West Rainton Primary School cover? ▾
West Rainton Primary School is a primary school in Houghton le Spring, 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 West Rainton Primary School? ▾
West Rainton Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.