Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School
65%
Capacity
169
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School
Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 169 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Craig Brown, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9782nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 119th out of 170 in County Durham.
Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (56 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 73.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Dean Bank Primary and Nursery 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 | Dean Bank, Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17 8PP |
| Headteacher | Craig Brown |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 169 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 73.5% |
| School Capacity | 169 / 262 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9782nd of 13,686
Nationally
517th of 677
In North East
119th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
56 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dean Bank, Ferryhill
County Durham, DL17 8PP
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