New Brancepeth Primary Academy
104%
Capacity
124
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About New Brancepeth Primary Academy
New Brancepeth Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 124 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 119 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Brancepeth Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Robson, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9685th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 114th out of 170 in County Durham.
New Brancepeth Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 8 applications for 7 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
New Brancepeth Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Brancepeth Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, New Brancepeth Primary Academy 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 | Rock Terrace, Durham, County Durham, DH7 7EU |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Robson |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 124 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.9% |
| School Capacity | 124 / 119 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9685th of 13,686
Nationally
508th of 677
In North East
114th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
8
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rock Terrace, Durham
County Durham, DH7 7EU
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