Collierley Nursery and Primary School
Stanley, DH9 9DJ · County Durham · primary school
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76th 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 — 8.9/10 against 2,170 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| 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.
Collierley Nursery and Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The school achieved a higher standard for 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 (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join OPaL, Arts and Crafts, Gardening, Cookery, and Choir clubs, as well as Football and Multi-Sport teams. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 147 pupils against a stated capacity of 196. 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 Ofsted framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Collierley Nursery and Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are happy, feel safe, and have a strong sense of belonging. Leaders have established high expectations for behaviour and attendance, creating an inclusive environment where staff build positive relationships with pupils. The curriculum is tailored to the school’s context, and pupils typically achieve well, including those who are disadvantaged.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is a strength, with staff modelling politeness and encouraging children to take responsibility for their actions.
- The early years provision offers a positive start, with warm relationships and a focus on developing speech, language, and pre-reading skills.
- Staff are vigilant in identifying special educational needs, providing effective support that parents describe as going "the extra mile."
- Pupils enjoy a wide enrichment offer, including educational visits and sporting activities, which they recall fondly.
- Leaders provide evidence-informed professional development, helping staff improve subject knowledge and meet pupils' needs.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure gaps in foundational knowledge, such as letter formation and spelling, are identified and addressed across all year groups.
- Writing standards need to improve further across the breadth of the curriculum, building on recent developments in Key Stage 1.
- Leaders should more closely monitor disadvantaged pupils’ uptake of wider opportunities to ensure access is maximised.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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