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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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