Springmoor Grange School
64%
Capacity
402
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Springmoor Grange School
Springmoor Grange 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 402 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Springmoor Grange School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Bowden, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7082nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 93rd out of 170 in County Durham.
Springmoor Grange School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 54 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Springmoor Grange School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Springmoor Grange 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 | Durham Road, Spennymoor, County Durham, DL16 6SQ |
| Headteacher | Anna Bowden |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 402 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.2% |
| School Capacity | 402 / 630 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7082nd of 13,686
Nationally
375th of 677
In North East
93rd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
120
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Durham Road, Spennymoor
County Durham, DL16 6SQ
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