What is the best primary school in Darlington?

On our composite score, Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Darlington, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Darlington?

There are 30 primary schools in Darlington with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Darlington ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Darlington?

Applications for Reception places in Darlington starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Darlington

Compare 30 top-rated primary schools in Darlington, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School vs High Coniscliffe CofE Primary School

The best primary schools in Darlington

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Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School

High Coniscliffe CofE Primary School

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Croft Church of England Primary School

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Mount Pleasant Primary School

St John's Church of England Academy

West Park Academy

Firthmoor Primary School

Corporation Road Community Primary School

Mowden Junior School

Abbey Junior School

Northwood Primary School

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Hurworth Primary School

Springfield Academy

Reid Street Primary School

Ingleton CofE Primary School

St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School

The Rydal Academy

Whinfield Primary School

Gurney Pease Academy

St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Heathfield Primary School

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