I am delighted to welcome each and every one of you to Howletch Lane Primary School.
At Howletch Lane, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated team is passionate about inspiring a love for learning and helping every child reach their full potential, ‘Creating futures together’.
We believe in fostering strong partnerships between school, home, and the wider community, recognising that collaboration is essential for the success of our children. Together, we will work hand in hand to ensure that every child receives the support and guidance they need to succeed.
Whether you are a returning family or new to our school community, I encourage you to explore all that Howletch Lane has to offer. Our website provides valuable resources, information about our curriculum, extracurricular activities, and upcoming events.
Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. I look forward to a wonderful year filled with growth, achievement, and memorable experiences.
If you are unable to find the information you need please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Mrs. Helen Beattie
Headteacher
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Howletch Lane Primary School,
Pennine Drive,
Peterlee,
County Durham,
SR8 2NQ
Tel: 0191 5862765
Email: o.howletch200@howletchlane.co.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Helen Beattie
Deputy Headteacher: Mrs Lisa Crombie
SENDCO: SENDCO@howletchlane.co.uk
Office: Leanne Russell, Mary Lloyd or Kay Knight
CofG: Mrs Sharon Lawson
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That’s a wrap! Our Year 6 pupils finished their final SATs paper today. To say we are proud of them all is an understatement. Our whole school came together to ensure the tests ran without a hitch. That’s The Howletch Way! 💫
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✨ Parent Workshop: Supporting Children with Emotional Regulation ✨
We’re delighted to invite our parents and carers to a supportive and informative workshop focused on helping children develop strong emotional regulation skills 💛
🧠 What’s it about?
Learn practical strategies to support your child in understanding and managing their emotions at home and beyond.
👩🏫 Delivered by:
Alison O’Sullivan
Advisory Inclusion Teacher, SEND & Inclusion Team
📅 Date: Tuesday 7th July 2026
⏰ Time: 9.15am – 11.00am
☕ What to expect:
• Tea and coffee available
• A relaxed and welcoming environment
• Time to chat and share experiences
💬 Our Pastoral Team, including the SENCo, will also be there to offer support and answer any questions.
👨👩👧👦 All parents and carers are welcome!
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