Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
Durham, DH1 5LP · County Durham · primary school
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62nd 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 — 5.7/10 against 4,238 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. 12.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
Overview
Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School continues to be a good school, where leaders have created a "caring culture" and a broad curriculum. Pupils are happy, feel safe, and benefit from high expectations for behaviour and strong support for reading and special educational needs.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a curriculum with logical sequencing, ensuring pupils build knowledge effectively, particularly in history, mathematics, and reading.
- Staff are confident in supporting learning due to targeted training, using frequent checks like quizzes to ensure pupils retain important knowledge.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is of "high quality," with precise plans that help teachers meet individual targets.
- The school fosters independence and citizenship through leadership roles, such as eco-warriors, and provides opportunities for financial and mental well-being education.
- Staff workload is managed considerately, and governors are knowledgeable and ambitious for all pupils’ success.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should review the implementation of newly introduced curriculums in some subjects to ensure work enables pupils to achieve highly.
- Leaders must take further action to address the use of derogatory language and lack of respect by some pupils during breaktime and lunchtime, which is not consistently addressed.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with well-trained staff who are vigilant to risks and maintain detailed, timely records.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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