Byerley Park Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Byerley Park Primary School
Byerley Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Byerley Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Pattison, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8131st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 103rd out of 170 in County Durham.
Byerley Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Byerley Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Byerley Park 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Greenfield Way, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7LE |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Pattison |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8131st of 13,686
Nationally
424th of 677
In North East
103rd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
59%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Byerley Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Greenfield Way, Newton Aycliffe
County Durham, DL5 7LE
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