Annfield Plain Infant School
79%
Capacity
95
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Annfield Plain Infant School
Annfield Plain Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 95 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Annfield Plain Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Urwin, it falls under County Durham local authority.
Annfield Plain Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 27 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Annfield Plain Infant School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Annfield Plain Infant School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Northgate, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 7UY |
| Headteacher | Martin Urwin |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 95 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.8% |
| School Capacity | 95 / 120 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northgate, Stanley
County Durham, DH9 7UY
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