Corporation Road Community Primary School
Darlington, DL3 6AR · Darlington · primary school
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11th of 27 primary schools in Darlington we can score, 29 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 — 8.1/10 against 1,562 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Corporation Road Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 282 pupils against a stated capacity of 352. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school engage parents in their child’s learning progress?
What Ofsted said about Corporation Road Community Primary School
Overview
Pupils at this school are described as “very happy” and “very proud of their school and its community,” with behaviour and attitudes judged as “exceptional.” The report highlights a “very inclusive” environment where staff embody virtues such as “kindness, respect, resilience, honesty, independence and courage.” While the overall effectiveness is rated as Good, the school excels in personal development and early years provision, fostering confident learners who show “genuine empathy and understanding of others.”
Strengths
- “Pupils’ behaviour and attitudes are exceptional,” supported by high levels of respect and a culture where bullying is rare.
- The “exceptional personal development curriculum” helps pupils become “well-rounded individuals” with a deep understanding of issues like mental health and discrimination.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with staff providing “high-quality experiences” that help children become “confident and fluent readers.”
- Leaders ensure all pupils, including those with SEND or English as an additional language, have barriers to achievement removed and attend well.
- Pupils enjoy a “wide range of extra-curricular clubs and residential trips,” with leaders actively removing barriers to participation.
Areas to improve
- In core subjects, the curriculum is “not as ambitious as it might be,” meaning some pupils lack opportunities to “deepen their knowledge.”
- In some subjects, “content choices and approaches do not always match the intended learning,” preventing pupils from experiencing the learning leaders intend.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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