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2025 Best Primary Schools in Darlington Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Darlington. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Darlington

Map
State · Primary
#1DARLINGTON
#336England

Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Black Swan Wynd, Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3NL
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
177 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School20 offers / 27 applications
Subscription: 1.4xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#2DARLINGTON
#1,519England

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Darlington

Beechwood Avenue, Darlington, DL3 7HP
Darlington council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
203 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 106 applications
Subscription: 3.5xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#3DARLINGTON
#2,319England

Mowden Junior School

Conyers Avenue, Darlington, DL3 9DE
Darlington council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
342 pupils
Mixed
7-11 years
None
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#4DARLINGTON
#2,364England

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Darlington

Harris Street, Darlington, DL1 4NL
Darlington council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
357 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School45 offers / 102 applications
Subscription: 2.3xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#5DARLINGTON
#3,135England

West Park Academy

Alderman Leach Drive, Darlington, DL2 2GF
Darlington council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
463 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School60 offers / 121 applications
Subscription: 2.0xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#6DARLINGTON
#3,796England

Hurworth Primary School

Westfield Drive, Hurworth, Darlington, DL2 2ET
Darlington council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
220 pupils
Mixed
5-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School29 offers / 63 applications
Subscription: 2.2xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · All-through
#7DARLINGTON
#4,003England

Polam Hall School

Grange Road, Darlington, DL1 5PA
Darlington council
GCSE
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
816 pupils
Mixed
4-16 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School41 offers / 125 applications
Subscription: 3.0xOversubscribed
Secondary School108 offers / 305 applications
Subscription: 2.8xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#8DARLINGTON
#4,125England

Abbey Junior School, Darlington

Abbey Road, Darlington, DL3 8NN
Darlington council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
347 pupils
Mixed
7-11 years
None
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#9DARLINGTON
#4,521England

Whinfield Primary School

Augusta Close, Darlington, DL1 3HT
Darlington council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
Mixed
5-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School48 offers / 112 applications
Subscription: 2.3xOversubscribed
No special features
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Darlington

Interactive map showing primary and all-through schools in Darlington. Uses the same markers and behaviour as the map page.

Neighbourhoods in Darlington

Cockerton is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#23St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Darlington#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Croft-on-Tees is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#16Croft Church of England Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Croft Church of England Primary School, Darlington#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

East End is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#18St Bede's Catholic Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Darlington#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Eastbourne is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8Abbey Junior School, DarlingtonStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#14Corporation Road Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#17Heathfield Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#27The Rydal AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Abbey Junior School, Darlington#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Corporation Road Community Primary School#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Heathfield Primary School, Darlington#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
The Rydal Academy#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Firthmoor is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11Firthmoor Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Firthmoor Primary School#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Gainford is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#24Gainford Church of England Primary School and PreschoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Harrowgate Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#25Harrowgate Hill Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Harrowgate Hill Primary School#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Haughton is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#28Springfield Academy, DarlingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Springfield Academy, Darlington#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

High Coniscliffe is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21High Coniscliffe CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
High Coniscliffe CofE Primary School#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Hurworth is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6Hurworth Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Hurworth Primary School#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Ingleton is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#15Ingleton CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Ingleton CofE Primary School#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Lascelles Park is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#19St John's Church of England Academy, DarlingtonStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
St John's Church of England Academy, Darlington#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding

Mowden is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Mowden Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AMowden Infant SchoolStatePrimary5-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Mowden Junior School#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Mowden Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Neasham is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12St. George's Church of England AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St. George's Church of England Academy#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Newton Aycliffe is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#13Mount Pleasant Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Mount Pleasant Primary School, Darlington#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Northwood is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#22Northwood Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Northwood Primary School, Darlington#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Park East is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#20Reid Street Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Reid Street Primary School#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Red Hall is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#29Red Hall Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Red Hall Primary School, Darlington#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Skerne Park is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#30Skerne Park AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Skerne Park Academy#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Staindrop is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Town Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#10Holy Family Catholic Primary School, DarlingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#26Gurney Pease AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Darlington#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Darlington#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Gurney Pease Academy#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

West End is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Polam Hall SchoolStateAll-through4-16 yearsMixedNoneGood
Polam Hall School#7
School Type: State
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 4-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

West Park is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5West Park AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AAbbey Infants' SchoolStatePrimary4-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
West Park Academy#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Abbey Infants' SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Whinfield is a popular residential pocket within the Darlington area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Darlington and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#9Whinfield Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Whinfield Primary School#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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