Pittington Primary School
DURHAM, DH6 1AF · County Durham · primary school
Check the area around this school
90th 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 the 3,708 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8/10 among them, against 4.5/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.08 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pittington Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8 out of 10 among them, against 4.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 196 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific strategies are used to improve outcomes for pupils from similar backgrounds? How does the current Ofsted rating reflect recent changes in teaching practice since 2022?
What Ofsted said about Pittington Primary School
Overview
Pittington Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are “rightly proud” and respond positively to high expectations. The report highlights an “ambitious and well designed” curriculum that captures pupils’ imagination, supported by “highly skilled” staff and effective leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils’ conduct is described as “superb,” with respectful behaviour and very few instances of bullying.
- The curriculum is “ambitious and well designed,” with subject leaders having the expertise to ensure strong foundations in the early years.
- Reading is “well taught,” with a new phonics programme helping weaker readers catch up quickly.
- Staff use assessment “effectively” to check knowledge retention, allowing pupils to recall learning from previous years with ease.
- Governors are “highly skilled and knowledgeable,” holding leaders to account through probing questions and ensuring staff workload is considered.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure staff have the necessary subject knowledge to teach new curriculum plans effectively, particularly in a minority of subjects where expertise is currently insufficient.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterised by a strong culture where staff maintain a “well-established attitude of ‘It could happen here’” and safeguarding leaders are “tenacious” in their approach.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of DH6 1AF, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT