Firthmoor Primary School
78%
Capacity
283
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Firthmoor Primary School
Firthmoor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Darlington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 283 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Firthmoor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Ashton, it falls under Darlington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6448th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 26 in Darlington.
Firthmoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 32 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Firthmoor Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Football, Netball, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Darlington, Firthmoor 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 | Ingleby Moor Crescent, Darlington, Darlington, DL1 4RW |
| Headteacher | Helen Ashton |
| Local Authority | Darlington |
| Number of Pupils | 283 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.4% |
| School Capacity | 283 / 365 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6448th of 13,686
Nationally
338th of 677
In North East
11th of 26
In Darlington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
64%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ingleby Moor Crescent, Darlington
Darlington, DL1 4RW
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