Hartside Primary Academy
Crook, DL15 9NN · County Durham · primary school
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86th 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 — 5.7/10 against 2,539 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 40% | 1.86 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hartside Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 241 pupils against a stated capacity of 242. 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 the last inspection was in 2022, what improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Hartside Primary Academy
Overview
Hartside Primary Academy continues to be a good school where pupils are happy, well-behaved, and motivated to succeed. Leaders have successfully improved curriculum structure and early reading, creating an inclusive environment with high staff morale.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate strong character traits, showing empathy, kindness, and respect, while bullying is described as "very rare".
- Leaders have "transformed the quality of early reading," addressing pandemic delays through a new phonics scheme and high-quality teacher coaching.
- The curriculum in many subjects is well-planned and sequenced, allowing pupils to "make connections to what they have learned previously".
- There is a "rich and high-quality wider offer" including after-school clubs, planned assemblies, and trips that promote personal development.
- Staff report "strong morale" and appreciate leadership efforts to reduce workload and support well-being.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some subjects is "not yet sufficiently well planned and sequenced," meaning key ideas lack clarity and pupils struggle to connect learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with "extensive and robust" systems, meticulous records, and thorough recruitment checks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 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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