Hamsterley Primary School
Bishop Auckland, DL13 3QF · County Durham · primary school
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186th 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 — 0.0/10 against 3,977 of them, against 0.4/10 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) 2023/24 | 14.0 · 0 | 62% | 0.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 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.
Hamsterley Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 14.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 6%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 36 pupils against a stated capacity of 49. 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
Since 14.0% of pupils met expected standards, what specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths? How does the school engage parents in monitoring progress during the term?
What Ofsted said about Hamsterley Primary School
Overview
Hamsterley Primary School is described as a welcoming environment where pupils are "polite and friendly" and "happiness radiates throughout the school." While behaviour, personal development, and leadership are rated as Good, the quality of education is judged to "Require improvement" because some pupils do not achieve as highly as they could, which "inhibits their readiness for the next stage of their education."
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate a "secure sense of equality, equity and respect for difference" and have an "excellent" understanding of British values and democracy.
- Staff are "swift to identify pupils’ needs," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, providing tailored support that helps them make "positive progress."
- Attendance has seen "significant improvements," with pupils loving to come to school and older pupils acting as supportive role models.
- Parents and carers are "very positive about the school," particularly valuing the "supportive ethos" and effective communication.
- Children in the early years benefit from a "well-planned curriculum" with a clear focus on language and vocabulary.
Areas to improve
- Staff must identify and address errors in pupils’ reading and phonics with greater accuracy, as current gaps in learning are not addressed swiftly enough.
- Teaching in some wider curriculum subjects does not enable pupils to develop knowledge deeply enough, as misconceptions are not addressed with sufficient consistency.
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 | 33% |
| 2023/24 | 14% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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