St Anne's CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
227
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Anne's CofE Primary School
St Anne's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Anne's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suzanne Binks, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1643rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 170 in County Durham.
St Anne's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 29 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (46 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anne's CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, St Anne's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Warwick Road, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6LS |
| Headteacher | Suzanne Binks |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 236 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1643rd of 13,686
Nationally
84th of 677
In North East
22nd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
46 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Warwick Road, Bishop Auckland
County Durham, DL14 6LS
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