Sedgefield Primary School
99%
Capacity
209
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Sedgefield Primary School
Sedgefield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 212 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sedgefield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Cox, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5405th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 170 in County Durham.
Sedgefield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sedgefield Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Sedgefield 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rectory Row, Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, TS21 2BJ |
| Headteacher | Andrea Cox |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.4% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 212 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5405th of 13,686
Nationally
284th of 677
In North East
67th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
67%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rectory Row, Stockton-on-Tees
County Durham, TS21 2BJ
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