Benfieldside Primary School

URN: 114045 • Consett DH8 0JX

Overview

Name
Benfieldside Primary School
URN
114045
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
C Addison (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01207591369
Website
Visit
Address
Moorlands, Consett DH8 0JX

Summary

Benfieldside Primary School, located in Consett, County Durham, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 196 pupils, with a capacity of 357. The school is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students can thrive. Emphasising mutual respect and high academic standards, Benfieldside upholds British values and fosters a culture of happiness, perseverance, and respect among its students.

The curriculum at Benfieldside is designed to be creative and engaging, catering to pupils of all abilities. Key subjects such as reading, writing, maths, science, and humanities are taught using an enquiry-based approach, encouraging students to explore and reflect on their learning. The school also prioritises physical education and offers a variety of extracurricular activities to enhance students' overall development.

Benfieldside Primary School provides a range of childcare options, including an Activity Club that operates in the mornings. The school community is dedicated to ensuring that every child feels safe and valued, with a strong emphasis on positive behaviour and mutual support among pupils and staff.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
357
Pupils
196
Boys
116
Girls
80
FSM %
55.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 196 116 80 357 55.90
2024-09-11 211 112 99 357 55.00
2023-09-11 237 116 121 357 56.90
2022-09-11 237 116 121 357 56.90
2021-09-11 236 118 118 357 54.20
2020-09-11 243 129 114 357 45.20

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