King Street Primary School
Spennymoor, DL16 6RA · County Durham · primary school
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116th 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 — 4.2/10 against 1,596 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
King Street Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 7.0% achieved it, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Arts and Crafts, Construction, Gardening, Pokemon, STEM, Chess, Arts & Design, and Puzzle Clubs, as well as Futsal and Multiskills sports. Trips to India and Florida are offered, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 224 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 below the national median in core subjects? How are the international trips to India and Florida funded and organised for families?
What Ofsted said about King Street Primary School
Overview
King Street Primary School is described as a place where "pupils and staff are proud" and where there is a "strong focus on the well-being of each individual." The report highlights a positive culture where pupils learn to be "kind, responsible and resilient," with bullying being rare and staff readily available to support those who are worried or upset.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well designed," with new learning "carefully sequenced" to help pupils make effective links between subjects, such as applying mathematics to design and technology.
- Early reading is well supported through a chosen phonics programme, ensuring staff are "well trained" and that pupils who need extra help are "quickly identified" and supported to become "fluent and confident readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "fully included in the life of the school," with teachers adapting lessons effectively and providing additional adult support.
- Staff well-being is prioritised, with leaders ensuring workload is "well managed" and that staff feel "well supported" within a culture of continuous improvement.
Areas to improve
- Many pupils struggle to recall specific vocabulary needed to explain their thinking, particularly in history and computing; the school should develop strategies to check retention and provide opportunities to use vocabulary accurately in context.
- Pupils do not always make links between experiences such as trips and visiting speakers and their learning.
- The school needs to provide more work on online safety and future careers, although this is already underway.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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