Consett primary schools deliver strong results, 100% of schools are rated Good or Outstanding, well above England's 82%. Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill, and Shotley Bridge Primary School are among the highest-performing options, with 64% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths, compared to 62% nationally. 14% achieve the higher standard, nearly double England's 82%. With 16 schools serving families across Consett, Blackhill, Shotley Bridge, and the surrounding former steel town communities, parents have access to welcoming schools with strong foundations and close community ties. Filter by Ofsted rating or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 | Consett Junior School | State | Primary | 7-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 7-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill | State | Primary | 5-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 7/10Good |
| #4 | Benfieldside Primary School | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 5-11 years
State • Primary • 3-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #7 | Castleside Primary School | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #13 | St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Consett | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 7/10Good |
| N/A | Consett Infant School | State | Primary | 4-7 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-11 years
State • Primary • 4-7 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #11 | Delves Lane Primary School | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | None | 6.6/10Good |
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #8 | Ebchester CofE Primary School | State | Primary | 5-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 5-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | Leadgate Primary School - Split Site | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | None | 6.6/10Good |
| #14 | Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-11 years
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 8.1/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #10 | Moorside Primary Academy | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | None | 8.1/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | Shotley Bridge Primary School | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | None | 8.1/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 3-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #9 | St Pius Xth Catholic Primary School, Consett | State | Primary | 5-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 7/10Good |
| #12 | The Grove Primary School, Consett | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 5-11 years
State • Primary • 3-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Whittonstall First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
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