Is Cockton Hill Infant School a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 18 December 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 193rd of 200 primary schools in County Durham. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

How do I apply for a place at Cockton Hill Infant School?

Applications for Reception places at Cockton Hill Infant School 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).

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Cockton Hill Infant School

McIntyre Terrace, Cockton Hill, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6HW

Local ranking193rd of 200 primary schools in County Durham

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

180

Capacity

2-7

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: Ofsted inspection 18 December 2024.

Year:

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 170
Boys: 83 (57%)
Girls: 63 (43%)
Capacity: 180 (81% full)
SEND: 18.8%
FSM Eligible: 50.6%
EAL: 6.5%
SEN with EHC Plan: 0.6%
SEN Support: 18.2%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 18.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 9.0
Budget per Pupil: £8,839/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 5.6% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 16.4% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Community school
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 89.3%
Black African: 3.0%
White Other: 2.4%
Asian Indian: 1.8%
Black Other: 1.2%
Other: 1.2%
Mixed Other: 0.6%
Asian Chinese: 0.6%

89.3%

White British

3.0%

Black African

2.4%

White Other

Historical Trends

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01388604627

cocktonhillinfant@durhamlearning.net

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McIntyre Terrace

Bishop Auckland, North East

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Administrative

URN: 114111
UKPRN: 10076464
Establishment No.: 2434

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