Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law
URN: 148916 • Bishop Auckland DL13 4AU
Overview
- Name
- Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law
- URN
- 148916
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jenna Ellison (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01388731082
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Smith Street, Bishop Auckland DL13 4AU
Summary
Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School is an academy converter located in Tow Law, Bishop Auckland, County Durham. With a current enrolment of 77 pupils and a capacity of 84, the school fosters a mixed-gender learning environment. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive atmosphere that aligns with its Catholic ethos, promoting values such as respect, compassion, and community involvement.
The curriculum at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School is designed to engage students and support their academic and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, with 33.80% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to ensuring that all children have access to quality education and resources.
The school actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, recognizing the importance of collaboration between home and school in enhancing student outcomes. For more information about the school’s ethos, curriculum, and community initiatives, parents can visit the school's official website.
The curriculum at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School is designed to engage students and support their academic and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, with 33.80% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to ensuring that all children have access to quality education and resources.
The school actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, recognizing the importance of collaboration between home and school in enhancing student outcomes. For more information about the school’s ethos, curriculum, and community initiatives, parents can visit the school's official website.
Useful links
- primarysite.net (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 84
- Pupils
- 77
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 36
- FSM %
- 33.80
- Open date
- 2022-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 77 | 41 | 36 | 84 | 33.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 71 | 34 | 37 | 84 | 29.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 84 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 84 |
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