Chilton Academy
75%
Capacity
283
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Chilton Academy
Chilton Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 283 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chilton Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carrie Dodsworth, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10801st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 135th out of 170 in County Durham.
Chilton Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 29 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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 Chilton Academy include Library, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Chilton 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chilton, Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17 0PT |
| Headteacher | Carrie Dodsworth |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 283 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 283 / 378 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10801st of 13,686
Nationally
555th of 677
In North East
135th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
50%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
34
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (82% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chilton, Ferryhill
County Durham, DL17 0PT
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