Mowden Infant School
98%
Capacity
176
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Mowden Infant School
Mowden Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Darlington community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 176 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Mowden Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lexi Wilkinson, it falls under Darlington local authority.
Mowden Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 162 applications for 52 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mowden Infant School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Darlington, Mowden Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bushel Hill Drive, Darlington, Darlington, DL3 9QG |
| Headteacher | Lexi Wilkinson |
| Local Authority | Darlington |
| Number of Pupils | 176 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 176 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed52
162
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bushel Hill Drive, Darlington
Darlington, DL3 9QG
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