Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery
Silver Tree 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 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Grainger, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12309th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 152nd out of 170 in County Durham.
Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 20 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery include Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Silver Tree 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 | Durham Road, Durham Road, Ushaw Moor, Durham, Durham, County Durham, DH7 7LF |
| Headteacher | Helen Grainger |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.5% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12309th of 13,686
Nationally
623rd of 677
In North East
152nd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
41%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
29
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Durham Road, Durham Road, Ushaw Moor, Durham, Durham
County Durham, DH7 7LF
Durham Road, Durham Road, Ushaw Moor, Durham, Durham
County Durham, DH7 7LF
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