Prince Bishops Community Primary School
URN: 134855 • Bishop Auckland DL14 8DY
Overview
- Name
- Prince Bishops Community Primary School
- URN
- 134855
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lynn George Claire Patchett (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01388451278
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gibson Street, Bishop Auckland DL14 8DY
Summary
Prince Bishops Community Primary School, located in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 222 pupils, out of a capacity of 240. Established in September 2006, the school was formed through the amalgamation of previous institutions, aiming to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for all students. With a significant percentage of pupils (48.40%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to supporting the diverse needs of its community.
The school’s ethos is centred around fostering a positive learning environment that encourages personal growth and academic achievement. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge across various subjects. The school places a strong emphasis on physical education and sport, alongside a focus on pupil premium initiatives to support disadvantaged students.
Prince Bishops Community Primary School values strong community ties and actively engages with parents and local organisations. The school’s website provides essential information on admissions, pupil achievement, and performance, reflecting its commitment to transparency and collaboration with families.
The school’s ethos is centred around fostering a positive learning environment that encourages personal growth and academic achievement. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge across various subjects. The school places a strong emphasis on physical education and sport, alongside a focus on pupil premium initiatives to support disadvantaged students.
Prince Bishops Community Primary School values strong community ties and actively engages with parents and local organisations. The school’s website provides essential information on admissions, pupil achievement, and performance, reflecting its commitment to transparency and collaboration with families.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- Special Educational Provision (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 222
- Boys
- 103
- Girls
- 119
- FSM %
- 48.40
- Open date
- 2006-09-01
- Close date
- 2025-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 222 | 103 | 119 | 240 | 48.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 235 | 117 | 118 | 240 | 50.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 235 | 123 | 112 | 240 | 45.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 235 | 123 | 112 | 240 | 45.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 219 | 115 | 104 | 240 | 47.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 225 | 117 | 108 | 240 | 40.00 |
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