Langley Moor Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Langley Moor Primary School
Langley Moor Primary 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 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Langley Moor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Ferguson, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2587th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 170 in County Durham.
Langley Moor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 28 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Langley Moor Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Langley Moor 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brandon Lane, Durham, County Durham, DH7 8LL |
| Headteacher | C Ferguson |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2587th of 13,686
Nationally
137th of 677
In North East
29th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
75%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brandon Lane, Durham
County Durham, DH7 8LL
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