St Francis CofE (Aided) Junior School

URN: 114267 • Newton Aycliffe DL5 7HB

Overview

Name
St Francis CofE (Aided) Junior School
URN
114267
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Lakey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01325300236
Website
Visit
Address
Scholars Path, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7HB

Summary

St Francis CofE (Aided) Junior School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. With a current enrolment of 90 pupils, the school has a capacity of 164, reflecting a close-knit community atmosphere. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, aiming to foster both academic and personal development among its students.

The curriculum at St Francis is designed to be broad and balanced, catering to the diverse needs of its pupils. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, with provisions in place to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This commitment to support is reflected in the positive feedback from parents regarding the school’s approach to individual learning needs.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (75.60%), St Francis is dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to quality education and resources. The school actively engages with families and the wider community, creating a collaborative environment that enhances the educational experience for all students. For more information, visit their website at http://www.stfrancisjunior.org.uk/.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
164
Pupils
90
Boys
51
Girls
39
FSM %
75.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 90 51 39 164 75.60
2024-09-11 111 64 47 164 79.30
2023-09-11 117 65 52 164 66.70
2022-09-11 117 65 52 164 66.70
2021-09-11 139 62 77 164 62.60
2020-09-11 136 64 72 164 49.30

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