Byerley Park Primary School
Newton Aycliffe, DL5 7LE · County Durham · primary school
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65th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.8/10 against 2,740 of them, against 7.9/10 nationally. 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Byerley Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the daily mile, disco dancing, HIIT workouts, and Sports week, alongside whole school trips. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 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 new inspection framework’s separate grading affect current teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Byerley Park Primary School
Overview
Byerley Park Primary School is described as an "oasis of calm, orderly and productive learning" where pupils are "proud, happy and cheerful." The report highlights significant recent improvements in pupil achievement, noting that outcomes have risen from below national averages to typically exceeding them, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
Strengths
- Personal development is rated at a "Strong standard," with an "extensive, well-sequenced and high-quality programme" that prepares pupils extremely well for life beyond school.
- Pupil behaviour is "particularly positive," characterised by a "culture of mutual respect" where bullying is rare and staff foster "warm and nurturing relationships."
- Achievement has improved significantly, with disadvantaged pupils now often achieving "more highly than non-disadvantaged pupils nationally."
- The school is highly inclusive, with "robust systems" ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive swift, effective support.
- Attendance is typically high, and leaders take "effective action" to address persistent absence, working closely with parents and carers.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that approaches to evaluating the effectiveness of teaching on pupils' retention of key knowledge in some subjects are "embedded across the school."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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