Escomb Primary School
79%
Capacity
165
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Escomb Primary School
Escomb Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 165 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Escomb Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Woodhouse, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4683rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 170 in County Durham.
Escomb Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 22 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Escomb Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Escomb Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Escomb 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Three Lane Ends, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7SR |
| Headteacher | Emma Woodhouse |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 165 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 165 / 210 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4683rd of 13,686
Nationally
245th of 677
In North East
60th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
69%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Escomb Primary School
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Contact Information
Three Lane Ends, Bishop Auckland
County Durham, DL14 7SR
Journey to School
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