Bowburn Primary School

URN: 114087 • Bowburn DH6 5FP

Overview

Name
Bowburn Primary School
URN
114087
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
76.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Natalie Maughan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01913770497
Website
Visit
Address
Crowtrees Lane, Bowburn DH6 5FP

Summary

Bowburn Primary School, located in Bowburn, County Durham, is a community school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 429 students and a capacity of 540, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for all learners. The school has recently opened a new building, enhancing its facilities to better support educational activities.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to foster academic achievement and personal development. It places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially. The school community is actively involved in various initiatives, and there is a commitment to ensuring that all pupils, including those eligible for free school meals (32.4%), receive the necessary support to succeed.

For parents considering enrolment, applications for Reception places for September 2024 are currently open, with a closing date of January 15th, 2024. Further information about the school’s ethos, curriculum, and community involvement can be found on their website.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
540
Pupils
429
Boys
228
Girls
201
FSM %
32.40
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 429 228 201 540 32.40
2024-09-11 400 208 192 540 35.30
2023-09-11 363 196 167 540 34.50
2022-09-11 363 196 167 540 34.50
2021-09-11 346 180 166 540 32.70
2020-09-11 366 188 178 224 27.10

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