Finchale Primary School
URN: 130312 • Durham DH1 5XT
Overview
- Name
- Finchale Primary School
- URN
- 130312
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Natalie Ward (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01913865187
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Canterbury Road, Durham DH1 5XT
Summary
Finchale Primary School is a mixed community school located in Durham, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 213 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for all students, fostering a sense of community and belonging. With a focus on holistic development, Finchale Primary aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future education.
The curriculum at Finchale Primary is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, catering to the diverse needs of its pupils. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also prioritising the social and emotional well-being of its students. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events, such as the upcoming open evening for new starter parents, which aims to provide insights into the school's ethos and educational approach.
Finchale Primary School also offers support for families, including information on admissions for prospective students. The school maintains an informative website, where parents can access newsletters, term dates, and other essential resources to stay connected with school activities and developments.
The curriculum at Finchale Primary is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, catering to the diverse needs of its pupils. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also prioritising the social and emotional well-being of its students. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events, such as the upcoming open evening for new starter parents, which aims to provide insights into the school's ethos and educational approach.
Finchale Primary School also offers support for families, including information on admissions for prospective students. The school maintains an informative website, where parents can access newsletters, term dates, and other essential resources to stay connected with school activities and developments.
Useful links
- Juniper Education (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 213
- Boys
- 112
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 3.80
- Open date
- 1996-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 213 | 112 | 101 | 210 | 3.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 215 | 105 | 110 | 210 | 2.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 211 | 105 | 106 | 210 | 2.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 211 | 105 | 106 | 210 | 2.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 209 | 104 | 105 | 210 | 2.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 211 | 103 | 108 | 210 | 4.70 |
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