North Park Primary School
95%
Capacity
254
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About North Park Primary School
North Park 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 254 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 266 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Roffe, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12645th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 156th out of 170 in County Durham.
North Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at North Park Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Gymnastics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, North Park 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 | Bessemer Green, Spennymoor, County Durham, DL16 6PP |
| Headteacher | Emma Roffe |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 254 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.6% |
| School Capacity | 254 / 266 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12645th of 13,686
Nationally
637th of 677
In North East
156th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
23%
'23/24
39%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Bessemer Green, Spennymoor
County Durham, DL16 6PP
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