Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School
79%
Capacity
276
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School
Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 276 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Shields, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13026th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 159th out of 170 in County Durham.
Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 29 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School include Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Broom Road, Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17 8AN |
| Headteacher | Stuart Shields |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 276 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.2% |
| School Capacity | 276 / 348 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13026th of 13,686
Nationally
654th of 677
In North East
159th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
34%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broom Road, Ferryhill
County Durham, DL17 8AN
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