Ludworth Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Ludworth Primary School
Ludworth 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 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ludworth Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jemma Crosby, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3088th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 170 in County Durham.
Ludworth Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 5 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ludworth Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Book Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Ludworth 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 | Moor Crescent, Durham, County Durham, DH6 1LZ |
| Headteacher | Jemma Crosby |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.0% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3088th of 13,686
Nationally
164th of 677
In North East
40th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
73%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
9
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Moor Crescent, Durham
County Durham, DH6 1LZ
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