Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School
Consett, DH8 6QN · County Durham · primary school
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163rd of 188 primary schools in County Durham we can score, 208 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.0/10 against 2,230 of them, against 1.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council, Wellbeing Warriors, and reading buddies clubs, or take part in swimming and Forest School. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 126 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not reaching the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading and writing? How does the school ensure that the breakfast and after-school clubs are accessible to all families?
What Ofsted said about Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes the school as "caring and full of joy," where Christian values are meaningful to pupils. Inspectors note an "astounding" turnaround under new leadership, with a marked improvement in curriculum, outcomes, and culture.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent" behaviour and an "exceptionally positive attitude towards learning," treating each other with respect.
- The curriculum is "ambitious and effective," with staff expertly teaching phonics so most pupils read "quickly and fluently."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "highly effective support" and are fully involved in school life.
- Leaders and governors have driven significant improvement, with staff feeling "valued and happy."
- Children make a "great start in the early years," benefiting from an ambitious learning environment and forest school activities.
Areas to improve
- Support for weaker readers is "not always closely matched to the gaps in their phonics knowledge," requiring more effective and timely intervention.
- Some pupils have a "limited knowledge or understanding of other religions," hindering their ability to demonstrate respect in discussions about diversity.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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