Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery
74%
Capacity
243
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery
Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Mark Dipple, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10438th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 128th out of 170 in County Durham.
Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 21 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 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 Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Tennis, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Drama, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Humphrey Close, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 4EX |
| Headteacher | Mark Dipple |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.3% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 330 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10438th of 13,686
Nationally
539th of 677
In North East
128th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
51%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 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.
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Contact Information
Humphrey Close, Newton Aycliffe
County Durham, DL5 4EX
Humphrey Close, Newton Aycliffe
County Durham, DL5 4EX
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