Browney Primary Academy
146%
Capacity
184
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Browney Primary Academy
Browney Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 184 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (146% of 126 places).
Ofsted has rated Browney Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Harris, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1224th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 170 in County Durham.
Browney Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 19 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Browney Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Browney Primary Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Harle Street, Browney, County Durham, DH7 8HX |
| Headteacher | Catherine Harris |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.4% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 126 (146% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1224th of 13,686
Nationally
65th of 677
In North East
17th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
82%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed19
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Browney Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Harle Street, Browney
County Durham, DH7 8HX
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