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Durham schools collage

2025 Best Primary Schools in Durham Area

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

Top Primary Schools in Durham

Map
State · Primary
#1DURHAM
#439England

Shincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Beal Walk, High Shincliffe, Durham, DH1 2PN
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
204 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School28 offers / 49 applications
Subscription: 1.8xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#2DURHAM
#465England

St Margaret's Church of England Primary School, Durham

Crossgate Peth, Durham, DH1 4QB
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
391 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School55 offers / 118 applications
Subscription: 2.1xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#3DURHAM
#745England

Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Newton Drive, Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5BG
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
378 pupils
Mixed
2-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School38 offers / 116 applications
Subscription: 3.0xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#4DURHAM
#788England

St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School

Church Street, Durham, DH1 3DQ
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
138 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School20 offers / 81 applications
Subscription: 4.0xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#5DURHAM
#870England

Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School

Scardale Way, Belmont, Durham, DH1 2TX
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
211 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School22 offers / 54 applications
Subscription: 2.5xOversubscribed
Nursery
Special Classes
Details
State · Primary
#6DURHAM
#1,779England

Coxhoe Primary School

Cornforth Lane, Coxhoe, Durham, DH6 4EJ
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
331 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School41 offers / 82 applications
Subscription: 2.0xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#7DURHAM
#2,054England

Durham Gilesgate Primary School

Kepier Crescent, Gilesgate, Durham, DH1 1PH
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
135 pupils
Mixed
2-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School17 offers / 29 applications
Subscription: 1.7xOversubscribed
Nursery
Special Classes
Details
State · Primary
#8DURHAM
#2,264England

St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham

Carrhouse Drive, Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5LZ
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
210 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School23 offers / 51 applications
Subscription: 2.2xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#9DURHAM
#3,134England

Browney Primary Academy

Harle Street, Durham, DH7 8HX
Durham council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
190 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School19 offers / 49 applications
Subscription: 2.6xOversubscribed
No special features
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Durham

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

Neighbourhoods in Durham

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#30Bearpark Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Bearpark Primary School#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5Belmont Cheveley Park Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#19St Thomas More Primary School, BelmontStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#24Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#36Bowburn Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Bowburn Primary School#36
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#25Brandon Primary AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AThe Independent Grammar School:DurhamIndependentAll-through4-16 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
Brandon Primary Academy#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
The Independent Grammar School:DurhamN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 4-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#9Browney Primary AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Browney Primary Academy#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#39Burnhope Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Burnhope Primary School#39
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#29Cassop Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Cassop Primary School#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6Coxhoe Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Coxhoe Primary School#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Crossgate is a popular residential pocket within the Durham area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Durham 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 Margaret's Church of England Primary School, DurhamStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School, Durham#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/ADurham High School for GirlsIndependentAll-through3-18 yearsGirlsChurch of EnglandNot inspected by Ofsted
Durham High School for GirlsN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 3-18 years
Gender: Girls
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Durham City Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Durham area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Durham 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 Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#44Edmondsley Primary AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Edmondsley Primary Academy#44
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#13Esh CofE (Aided) Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Esh CofE (Aided) Primary School#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#32St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Esh VillageStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Esh Village#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#37Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Esh WinningStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicRequires Improvement
#42Esh Winning AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Esh Winning#37
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Esh Winning Academy#42
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Framwellgate Moor Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#8St Godric's Catholic Primary School, DurhamStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Framwellgate Moor Primary School#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Durham Gilesgate Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#35St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, DurhamStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#47St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, GilesgateStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Durham Gilesgate Primary School#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham#35
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate#47
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1Shincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Shincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#33Kelloe Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Kelloe Primary School#33
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#20Lanchester Endowed Parochial Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#23All Saints' Catholic Primary School, LanchesterStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Lanchester Endowed Parochial Primary School#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
All Saints' Catholic Primary School, Lanchester#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#14Langley Moor Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#18St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley MoorStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Langley Moor Primary School#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#46Langley Park Primary School, DurhamStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Langley Park Primary School, Durham#46
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#28Ludworth Primary School, DurhamStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Ludworth Primary School, Durham#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12Neville's Cross Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#34New Brancepeth Primary AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
New Brancepeth Primary Academy#34
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#16Finchale Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#22Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
N/ADurham Newton Hall Infants' SchoolStatePrimary4-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Finchale Primary School#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Durham Newton Hall Infants' SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11Pittington Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Pittington Primary School#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/ADurham Cathedral Schools FoundationIndependentAll-through3-18 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Durham Cathedral Schools FoundationN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 3-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#31Sacriston AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#48St Bede's Catholic Primary School, SacristonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Sacriston Academy#31
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston#48
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#17Sherburn Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Sherburn Primary School#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#15Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, ShottonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#40Shotton Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Shotton Primary School#40
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#41South Hetton PrimaryStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
South Hetton Primary#41
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#10Laurel Avenue Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Laurel Avenue Community Primary School#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#38Thornley AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Thornley Academy#38
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#27St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Ushaw MoorStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicRequires Improvement
#43Silver Tree Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Ushaw Moor#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery#43
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21St Godrics Catholic Primary School, ThornleyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#26Wheatley Hill Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Godrics Catholic Primary School, Thornley#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Wheatley Hill Community Primary School#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#45Witton Gilbert Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Witton Gilbert Primary School#45
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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