Consett Junior School
97%
Capacity
232
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Consett Junior School
Consett Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Consett Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Dixon, 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 9054th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 109th out of 170 in County Durham.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Consett Junior School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Consett Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beechdale Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6AY |
| Headteacher | Paul Dixon |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.1% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 240 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9054th of 13,686
Nationally
473rd of 677
In North East
109th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
56%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Beechdale Road, Consett
County Durham, DH8 6AY
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