West Pelton Primary School is a community school serving families in Stanley and the wider County Durham area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

West Pelton Primary School caters for mixed pupils from 2 to 11 years. With 69 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 105, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 6 November 2019, rated the school Good. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.