Burnhope Primary School

About Burnhope Primary School

Burnhope Primary 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 81 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Burnhope Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Bryson, it falls under County Durham local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9171st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 111th out of 170 in County Durham.

Burnhope Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 6 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 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 Burnhope Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Burnhope 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.

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