Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation
Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation is a primary located in County Durham, DL13 5PB. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 2 to 11. It currently has approximately 53 pupils on roll.
Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Community school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 2 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural hamlet and isolated dwellings
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: County Durham
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 84
Number of Pupils: 53
Number of Boys: 25
Number of Girls: 28
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 15.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-13
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Requires Improvement
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-11-16
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Carr
Phone: 01388718369
Website: http://www.butterknowle.durham.sch.uk
Location: Pinfold Lane, Butterknowle
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation
What is the Ofsted rating of Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation?
Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation admit?
Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation admits pupils from age 2 to 11.
Is Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation is a mixed school.
What type of school is Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation?
Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation is a community school offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Butterknowle Primary School - Dales Partnership Federation?
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