Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School

URN: 114226 • Darlington DL2 3NL

Overview

Name
Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School
URN
114226
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Steven Whelerton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01833660334
Website
Visit
Address
Black Swan Wynd, Darlington DL2 3NL

Summary

Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Darlington, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 181 pupils and a capacity for 210. The school serves a mixed-gender population and is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive both academically and personally. The ethos of the school is rooted in Christian values, as reflected in their guiding principle, “Through God’s love, we are the rich soil where roots grow and seeds flourish.”

The curriculum at Staindrop Primary is designed to foster a love of learning and to support the holistic development of each child. The school emphasizes a balanced approach to education, integrating core subjects with creative and physical activities. This approach aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their future endeavours.

With a free school meal percentage of 14.40%, the school is dedicated to ensuring that all children receive the support they need. The community context of Staindrop provides a supportive backdrop, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to enhance the educational experience for all students. For more information, visit their website at www.staindrop-pri.durham.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
181
Boys
100
Girls
81
FSM %
14.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 181 100 81 210 14.40
2024-09-11 177 98 79 210 14.70
2023-09-11 164 91 73 210 19.50
2022-09-11 164 91 73 210 19.50
2021-09-11 169 91 78 210 20.10
2020-09-11 169 90 79 210 14.80

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