Byers Green Primary School
Spennymoor, DL16 7PN · County Durham · primary school
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144th 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 — 3.9/10 against 1,735 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 62% | 2.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Byers Green Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 75 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are offered within the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Byers Green Primary School
Overview
Byers Green Primary School is described as a "happy and safe environment" where pupils "thrive" within a distinctive "‘family’ feel". The report highlights that staff know every pupil well, fostering "warm and positive" relationships, while pupils behave "sensibly and respectfully" and are "eager and attentive" in lessons.
Strengths
- The school has introduced a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with a "clear sequence of learning" that ensures pupils achieve well across subjects.
- Teachers possess "strong knowledge" of their subjects and use effective strategies, such as regular checks and revisiting prior learning, to help pupils retain knowledge long-term.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "highly effective, bespoke support" through the school’s ‘Hub’ resource and access the same ambitious curriculum as their peers.
- Reading is a high priority, with "expert teachers" using phonics schemes well to ensure pupils who struggle are "quickly identified and supported".
- The early years provision offers a "secure start" to education, with children developing focus, attention, and mathematical knowledge through planned activities.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum does not develop pupils’ understanding of "fundamental British values" and protected characteristics in "sufficient depth".
- In some subjects, such as religious education, pupils have fewer opportunities to revisit learning, meaning their knowledge is not as deep as it could be; teaching must enable pupils to remember important knowledge "consistently well across all subjects".
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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