Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School
55%
Capacity
116
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School
Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 116 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Howes, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1988th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 170 in County Durham.
Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 19 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 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 Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Dance, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Manor Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6QN |
| Headteacher | Sarah Howes |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 116 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.0% |
| School Capacity | 116 / 210 (55% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1988th of 13,686
Nationally
99th of 677
In North East
25th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
78%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Manor Road, Consett
County Durham, DH8 6QN
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