The Grove Primary School
89%
Capacity
178
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About The Grove Primary School
The Grove Primary 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 178 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 200 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bernadette Atkinson, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13260th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 161st out of 170 in County Durham.
The Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 13 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Grove Primary School include Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, The Grove 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oakfield Lane, Consett, County Durham, DH8 8AP |
| Headteacher | Bernadette Atkinson |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.2% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 200 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13260th of 13,686
Nationally
659th of 677
In North East
161st of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
30%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oakfield Lane, Consett
County Durham, DH8 8AP
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