Bearpark Primary School
79%
Capacity
99
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Bearpark Primary School
Bearpark Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 99 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bearpark Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Clements, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5582nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 72nd out of 170 in County Durham.
Bearpark Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 14 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bearpark Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Bearpark Primary 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Colliery Road, Durham, County Durham, DH7 7AU |
| Headteacher | Joanne Clements |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 99 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.4% |
| School Capacity | 99 / 126 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5582nd of 13,686
Nationally
295th of 677
In North East
72nd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Colliery Road, Durham
County Durham, DH7 7AU
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