Bluebell Meadow Primary School
53%
Capacity
223
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Bluebell Meadow Primary School
Bluebell Meadow 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 223 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bluebell Meadow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher kayleigh Wilkin, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6139th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 79th out of 170 in County Durham.
Bluebell Meadow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 27 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bluebell Meadow Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Bluebell Meadow 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 | Elwick View, Trimdon Station, County Durham, TS29 6JU |
| Headteacher | kayleigh Wilkin |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.0% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 420 (53% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6139th of 13,686
Nationally
322nd of 677
In North East
79th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
65%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
32
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elwick View, Trimdon Station
County Durham, TS29 6JU
Elwick View, Trimdon Station
County Durham, TS29 6JU
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