Toft Hill Primary School
109%
Capacity
198
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Toft Hill Primary School
Toft Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 182 places).
Ofsted has rated Toft Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Nesbitt, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6773rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 91st out of 170 in County Durham.
Toft Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Toft Hill Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (72 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Toft Hill Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Toft Hill 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Toft Hill, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 0JA |
| Headteacher | Leanne Nesbitt |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 182 (109% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6773rd of 13,686
Nationally
364th of 677
In North East
91st of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
72 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Toft Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Toft Hill, Bishop Auckland
County Durham, DL14 0JA
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