Collierley Nursery and Primary School
76%
Capacity
149
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Collierley Nursery and Primary School
Collierley Nursery and Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 149 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Collierley Nursery and Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Angela McDermid, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12628th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 155th out of 170 in County Durham.
Collierley Nursery and Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 17 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 Collierley Nursery and Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Collierley Nursery and 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Front Street, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 9DJ |
| Headteacher | Angela McDermid |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 149 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.4% |
| School Capacity | 149 / 196 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12628th of 13,686
Nationally
634th of 677
In North East
155th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
39%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
25
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Front Street, Stanley
County Durham, DH9 9DJ
Journey to School
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