Consett Infant School
89%
Capacity
161
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Consett Infant School
Consett Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 161 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Consett Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Graham, it falls under County Durham local authority.
Consett Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 58 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Consett Infant School include Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Consett Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Teasdale Street, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6AF |
| Headteacher | Julia Graham |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 161 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.7% |
| School Capacity | 161 / 180 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Teasdale Street, Consett
County Durham, DH8 6AF
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