West Cornforth Primary School

URN: 114079 • Ferryhill DL17 9HP

Overview

Name
West Cornforth Primary School
URN
114079
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kathryn Costello (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01740654315
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Ferryhill DL17 9HP

Summary

West Cornforth Primary School is a mixed community school located in Ferryhill, County Durham, catering to 252 pupils aged between two and eleven. The school aims to foster a supportive and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to become respectful and tolerant individuals. With a focus on achieving personal success, the school community collaborates to provide a positive educational experience for all students.

The school places a strong emphasis on supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring that every pupil has access to quality provision tailored to their needs. The SEN Information Report outlines the strategies in place to assist these students, including the involvement of a Designated Teacher for Looked After Children and close collaboration with the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO).

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through regular communication, and the website serves as a resource for information on school life, policies, and updates. West Cornforth Primary School is committed to creating an environment where all children can thrive and reach their full potential.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
186
Pupils
252
Boys
124
Girls
128
FSM %
47.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 252 124 128 186 47.70
2024-09-11 255 125 130 186 50.00
2023-09-11 239 118 121 186 42.80
2022-09-11 239 118 121 186 42.80
2021-09-11 210 106 104 186 39.10
2020-09-11 214 110 104 186 39.20

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