Best Primary Schools in Darlington 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 29 schools across Darlington. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

17%

Outstanding rate

64.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

34.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Hurworth Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
🥈	High Coniscliffe CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
🥉	St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
4.	Bishopton Redmarshall CofE Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
5.	Mowden Junior School Primary	Good	69	View school
6.	St John's Church of England Academy Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
7.	Mount Pleasant Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
8.	Abbey Junior School Primary	Good	67	View school
9.	Heighington Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
10.	Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
11.	Firthmoor Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
12.	West Park Academy Primary	Good	63	View school
13.	St. George's Church of England Academy Primary	Outstanding	63	View school
14.	Reid Street Primary School Primary	Good	63	View school
15.	Whinfield Primary School Primary	Good	63	View school
16.	Springfield Academy Primary	Requires Improvement	62	View school
17.	Gurney Pease Academy Primary	Good	62	View school
18.	Heathfield Primary School Primary	Good	62	View school
19.	St Bede's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	59	View school
20.	St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	59	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Darlington?

There are 29 primary schools in Darlington, of which 5 (17%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Darlington?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Darlington is Hurworth Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Darlington?

Primary and secondary school applications in Darlington are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Darlington council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Darlington?

17% of primary schools in Darlington are rated Outstanding and 69% are rated Good. 84.8% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.