Brandon Primary Academy
URN: 148858 • Durham DH7 8NL
Overview
- Name
- Brandon Primary Academy
- URN
- 148858
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ADVANCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher Baines (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01913780124
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Carr Avenue, Durham DH7 8NL
Summary
Brandon Primary Academy is a mixed academy converter located in Durham, County Durham, with a current enrollment of 294 pupils and a capacity of 496. The school is committed to fostering a positive learning environment where high expectations are set for all students. The core values of Believe, Achieve, Succeed, and Inspire guide the school's ethos, promoting a culture of success and collaboration among staff, pupils, and parents.
The academy aims to equip children with the knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm necessary for lifelong learning. It emphasizes inclusivity, valuing each child's unique contributions and supporting them to overcome challenges. The school is part of the Advance Learning Partnership, allowing for shared expertise and resources to enhance educational outcomes.
Brandon Primary Academy prides itself on being at the heart of the community, providing a safe and vibrant space for learning. The school encourages parental involvement and strives to ensure that every child can fulfil their potential, preparing them for future educational success. For more information, visit their website at [brandonprimary.org.uk](https://brandonprimary.org.uk/).
The academy aims to equip children with the knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm necessary for lifelong learning. It emphasizes inclusivity, valuing each child's unique contributions and supporting them to overcome challenges. The school is part of the Advance Learning Partnership, allowing for shared expertise and resources to enhance educational outcomes.
Brandon Primary Academy prides itself on being at the heart of the community, providing a safe and vibrant space for learning. The school encourages parental involvement and strives to ensure that every child can fulfil their potential, preparing them for future educational success. For more information, visit their website at [brandonprimary.org.uk](https://brandonprimary.org.uk/).
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Compliments, Complaints & Feedback (sen)
- Equality & Accessibility (sen)
- Introduction (sen)
- Key Policies (sen)
- Looked After Children with SEND (sen)
- Our SEND Provision (sen)
- SEND Specialist Expertise (sen)
- SEND Transition and Admissions (sen)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ADVANCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 496
- Pupils
- 294
- Boys
- 139
- Girls
- 155
- FSM %
- 52.90
- Open date
- 2022-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 294 | 139 | 155 | 496 | 52.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 297 | 139 | 158 | 496 | 48.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 326 | 159 | 167 | 496 | 42.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 326 | 159 | 167 | 496 | 42.00 |
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