East Stanley School
70%
Capacity
178
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About East Stanley School
East Stanley School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 178 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated East Stanley School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kris Armstrong, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11420th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 139th out of 170 in County Durham.
East Stanley School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 13 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
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 East Stanley School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, East Stanley 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chester Road, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0TN |
| Headteacher | Kris Armstrong |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.2% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 254 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11420th of 13,686
Nationally
580th of 677
In North East
139th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
47%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About East Stanley School
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Contact Information
Chester Road, Stanley
County Durham, DH9 0TN
Journey to School
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