Durham Gilesgate Primary School
70%
Capacity
147
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Durham Gilesgate Primary School
Durham Gilesgate 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 147 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Durham Gilesgate Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Turner, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7947th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 102nd out of 170 in County Durham.
Durham Gilesgate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 17 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Durham Gilesgate Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Durham Gilesgate 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 | Kepier Crescent, Durham, County Durham, DH1 1PH |
| Headteacher | Mark Turner |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.3% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 210 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7947th of 13,686
Nationally
416th of 677
In North East
102nd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kepier Crescent, Durham
County Durham, DH1 1PH
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