Crooksbarn Primary School
112%
Capacity
299
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Crooksbarn Primary School
Crooksbarn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 299 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 268 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crooksbarn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chris Twiby, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7238th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
Crooksbarn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 41 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Crooksbarn Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (119 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crooksbarn Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, Crooksbarn 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Petrel Crescent, Crooksbarn Primary School, Stockton-on-tees, Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 1SN |
| Headteacher | Chris Twiby |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 299 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 299 / 268 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7238th of 13,686
Nationally
386th of 677
In North East
33rd of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
119 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crooksbarn Primary School
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Contact Information
Petrel Crescent, Crooksbarn Primary School, Stockton-on-tees
Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 1SN
Petrel Crescent, Crooksbarn Primary School, Stockton-on-tees
Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 1SN
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