Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
82%
Capacity
316
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School is a state-funded None primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 316 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 385 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kim Bushby, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13332nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 163rd out of 170 in County Durham.
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 25 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cross Country, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Stephenson Way Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7DD |
| Headteacher | Kim Bushby |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 316 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.7% |
| School Capacity | 316 / 385 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13332nd of 13,686
Nationally
663rd of 677
In North East
163rd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
29%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe
County Durham, DL5 7DD
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