South Stanley Infant and Nursery School
63%
Capacity
114
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About South Stanley Infant and Nursery School
South Stanley Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 114 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Stanley Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Thompson, it falls under County Durham local authority.
South Stanley Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 32 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
South Stanley Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Stanley Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, South Stanley Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tyne Road, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 6PZ |
| Headteacher | Louise Thompson |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 114 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.3% |
| School Capacity | 114 / 180 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tyne Road, Stanley
County Durham, DH9 6PZ
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