Wearhead Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Wearhead Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 1BN |
| Phone | 01388537265 |
| Reference Number | 114065 |
Wearhead Primary School continues to perform well since its last inspection, maintaining the high standards previously established. The school fosters a strong sense of community where pupils are happy and safe, supported by well-trained staff who know each child well. The curriculum is ambitious and well-organized, ensuring that pupils engage in both academic and social learning opportunities, including interactions with peers from other schools. The school has high expectations and provides effective support to all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in how teachers assess student understanding and address learning gaps. Although the leadership has made swift progress in several areas, the governing body's monitoring and challenge mechanisms are still underdeveloped. This inspection marks the first ungraded evaluation of the school since the previous assessment, highlighting its ongoing commitment to sustaining strong educational outcomes while also identifying strategic areas for growth.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 14 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 28.57%
Girls: 71.43% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 14.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 2 | Unknown | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | 1 | Unknown | 1 |
| 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 5 | Unknown | 1 | 1 |
| 6 | Unknown | 5 | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 100% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Oct 2024 | School inspection |
| 10 Jul 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Oct 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 14 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Jun 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a supportive and nurturing school community.
- High expectations of pupils lead to effective social and academic achievements.
- Well-trained staff provide tailored support for individual learning needs.
- The curriculum is ambitious, well-sequenced, and engages pupils effectively.
- Positive relationships foster a conducive learning environment with minimal disruption.
- Strong emphasis on early reading and phonics development.
- Pupils demonstrate a keen sense of equality and respect for diversity.
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment procedures are under review and sometimes fail to identify learning gaps promptly.
- Governors do not consistently hold leaders to account due to weak monitoring practices.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 1 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St John's Chapel Primary School
Burnfoot, St John's Chapel, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL13 1QH |
1.99 miles |
| Name | Distance |