Shotton Primary School
69%
Capacity
292
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Shotton Primary School
Shotton 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 292 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shotton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heather Shaw, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8189th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 104th out of 170 in County Durham.
Shotton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 28 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
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 Shotton Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Eco Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Shotton 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 | Grange Terrace, Shotton Colliery, County Durham, DH6 2JP |
| Headteacher | Heather Shaw |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 292 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.1% |
| School Capacity | 292 / 426 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8189th of 13,686
Nationally
427th of 677
In North East
104th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
59%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grange Terrace, Shotton Colliery
County Durham, DH6 2JP
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