Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery
129%
Capacity
154
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 154 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (129% of 119 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sian Atkinson, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12161st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 151st out of 170 in County Durham.
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 17 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 10 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery 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 | Lomond Walk, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 9UD |
| Headteacher | Sian Atkinson |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 154 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| School Capacity | 154 / 119 (129% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12161st of 13,686
Nationally
616th of 677
In North East
151st of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
43%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed17
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lomond Walk, Bishop Auckland
County Durham, DL14 9UD
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