Shotley Bridge Primary School
83%
Capacity
347
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Shotley Bridge Primary School
Shotley Bridge 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 347 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shotley Bridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Atkinson, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5747th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 75th out of 170 in County Durham.
Shotley Bridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shotley Bridge Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Shotley Bridge 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 | Snows Green Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0ES |
| Headteacher | Vicky Atkinson |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 347 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 347 / 420 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5747th of 13,686
Nationally
307th of 677
In North East
75th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
66%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Snows Green Road, Consett
County Durham, DH8 0ES
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