Cockton Hill Infant School

URN: 114111 • Bishop Auckland DL14 6HW

Overview

Name
Cockton Hill Infant School
URN
114111
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Thomas Cuthbertson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01388604627
Website
Visit
Address
McIntyre Terrace, Bishop Auckland DL14 6HW

Summary

Cockton Hill Infant School is a community primary school located in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, accommodating 170 pupils with a capacity of 180. The school aims to provide a nurturing and inspiring environment, focusing on laying strong foundations for future learning and promoting active participation from parents in the educational process.

The school prioritises inclusivity and supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). A dedicated team, including the Head Teacher and the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo), works closely with families and external agencies to ensure that each child can achieve their potential. The school addresses a range of needs, including communication, cognition, social-emotional health, and sensory or physical difficulties.

Cockton Hill Infant School fosters a welcoming atmosphere where every child is encouraged to thrive. The school’s commitment to removing barriers to learning and promoting positive educational experiences reflects its ethos of inclusion and community engagement. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the school directly.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
2 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
170
Boys
90
Girls
80
FSM %
50.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 170 90 80 180 50.60
2024-09-11 164 88 76 180 50.60
2023-09-11 147 92 55 180 52.40
2022-09-11 147 92 55 180 52.40
2021-09-11 133 75 58 180 45.10
2020-09-11 143 79 64 180 52.40

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