Esh CofE (Aided) Primary School
URN: 148303 • Durham DH7 9QR
Overview
- Name
- Esh CofE (Aided) Primary School
- URN
- 148303
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MELROSE LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Park (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01913731324
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Front Street, Durham DH7 9QR
Summary
Esh CofE (Aided) Primary School is a small, mixed academy located in the village of Esh, near Durham. With a capacity of 105 pupils and currently serving 101 students, the school prides itself on its strong Christian ethos, encapsulated in its vision of "Building Together." This vision is rooted in the teachings of Jesus, promoting values such as Respect, Compassion, and Perseverance, which guide the school's community interactions and collective worship.
The school offers a well-rounded curriculum designed to provide a solid foundation for children's educational journeys. It emphasizes the importance of a supportive and safe learning environment, where every child is valued. Esh Primary also prioritizes mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that pastoral care is integrated into the school experience.
In addition to academic learning, Esh Primary encourages participation in extracurricular activities and fosters strong relationships with parents and the local community. The school aims to create a collaborative atmosphere where children, staff, and families work together to support each child's development and success.
The school offers a well-rounded curriculum designed to provide a solid foundation for children's educational journeys. It emphasizes the importance of a supportive and safe learning environment, where every child is valued. Esh Primary also prioritizes mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that pastoral care is integrated into the school experience.
In addition to academic learning, Esh Primary encourages participation in extracurricular activities and fosters strong relationships with parents and the local community. The school aims to create a collaborative atmosphere where children, staff, and families work together to support each child's development and success.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Contact SENCO (sen)
- How do we consult with our SEN pupils (sen)
- Key Policies (sen)
- SEN Provision (sen)
- SEN Transition (sen)
- SEND Feedback (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Teaching, Learning and the Curriculum (sen)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MELROSE LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 101
- Boys
- 56
- Girls
- 45
- FSM %
- 11.50
- Open date
- 2021-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 101 | 56 | 45 | 105 | 11.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 85 | 43 | 42 | 105 | 10.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 92 | 48 | 44 | 105 | 9.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 92 | 48 | 44 | 105 | 9.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 99 | 50 | 49 | 105 | 10.10 |
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