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Best 3 Primary schools in Shildon – comparison

Comparison of primary schools: Thornhill Primary School (Primary) in Shildon; St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon (Primary) in Shildon; Timothy Hackworth Primary School (Primary) in Shildon — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Thornhill Primary School, St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon and Timothy Hackworth Primary School. They are primary phase and community school and voluntary aided school type located around Shildon, County Durham. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Thornhill Primary School), published Mar 2023. The lowest is 2 (St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon), published May 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon (May 2023). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 800, typical FSM 45–50%, range 30–35%–60–65%; all under County Durham local authority.

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Thornhill Primary School
DL4 1ES
Phase / Type
Primary • Community school
Location
Shildon
County Durham
DL4 1ES
Ofsted
1 20 Mar 2023
Pupils
≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
County Durham (840)
Website
www.thornhill.durham.sch.uk
Telephone
01388772906
St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon
DL4 2EQ
Phase / Type
Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location
Shildon
County Durham
DL4 2EQ
Ofsted
2 3 May 2023
Pupils
≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
County Durham (840)
Website
www.st-johnscofe.durham.sch.uk
Telephone
01388773476
Timothy Hackworth Primary School
DL4 1HN
Phase / Type
Primary • Community school
Location
Shildon
County Durham
DL4 1HN
Ofsted
2 30 Oct 2017
Pupils
≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
60–65% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
County Durham (840)
Website
www.timothyhackworthschool.co.uk
Telephone
01388772959
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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