Framwellgate Moor Primary School

URN: 130940 • Durham DH1 5BG

Overview

Name
Framwellgate Moor Primary School
URN
130940
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Bethan Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01913865400
Website
Visit
Address
Newton Drive, Durham DH1 5BG

Summary

Framwellgate Moor Primary School is a community school located in Durham, serving a mixed-gender population of 389 pupils, with a capacity for 390. The school is committed to fostering a safe and secure environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. The ethos of the school revolves around valuing each pupil and promoting continual improvement in their educational journey.

The curriculum at Framwellgate Moor is designed to be engaging and inclusive, offering a variety of subjects and extracurricular activities. Recent highlights include Year 6's production of "Pirates of the Curry Bean," and hands-on learning experiences in subjects like RE and music, where students explore diverse cultures and historical contexts. The school also emphasizes community involvement, as seen in fundraising efforts like the Jeans for Genes day.

Support for pupils is a priority, with initiatives like the "Time to Shine" program, which encourages students to share their achievements and interests. This focus on individual growth and community engagement helps create a nurturing atmosphere where children can develop both academically and personally. For more information, visit the school's website at www.framprimary.durham.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
390
Pupils
389
Boys
200
Girls
189
FSM %
19.10
Open date
1996-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 389 200 189 390 19.10
2024-09-11 378 184 194 390 18.70
2023-09-11 349 154 195 285 19.20
2022-09-11 349 154 195 270 19.20
2021-09-11 349 156 193 255 18.80
2020-09-11 341 148 193 210 17.40

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