Castleside Primary School
URN: 150341 • Consett DH8 9RG
Overview
- Name
- Castleside Primary School
- URN
- 150341
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NEW COLLEGE DURHAM ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo Woodhall (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01207508237
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Moorland Crescent, Consett DH8 9RG
Summary
Castleside Primary School, located in Consett, County Durham, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 64 pupils, well below its capacity of 140. The school prides itself on fostering a vibrant learning community where each child is valued, and achievements are celebrated. The ethos of the school emphasises enjoyable learning experiences, aiming to create lasting positive memories for students.
The curriculum at Castleside Primary is tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils, encouraging them to thrive academically and socially. Recent activities include workshops that promote teamwork and physical skills, such as skipping, and outdoor adventures that enhance engagement and collaboration among students. The school also places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, providing opportunities for children to explore new interests and develop friendships.
With a commitment to inclusivity, approximately 21.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's dedication to supporting all families within the community. Castleside Primary School invites parents to visit and experience the supportive environment that nurtures each child's growth and development.
The curriculum at Castleside Primary is tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils, encouraging them to thrive academically and socially. Recent activities include workshops that promote teamwork and physical skills, such as skipping, and outdoor adventures that enhance engagement and collaboration among students. The school also places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, providing opportunities for children to explore new interests and develop friendships.
With a commitment to inclusivity, approximately 21.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's dedication to supporting all families within the community. Castleside Primary School invites parents to visit and experience the supportive environment that nurtures each child's growth and development.
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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
- NEW COLLEGE DURHAM ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 64
- Boys
- 33
- Girls
- 31
- FSM %
- 21.90
- Open date
- 2024-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 64 | 33 | 31 | 140 | 21.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 140 |
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