PrimaryData as of May 2026

Kirk Merrington Primary School

South View, Kirk Merrington, Spennymoor, DL16 7JB

Community school

Pupils

172

Ages

4-11

FSM

11.0%

Capacity

172

Ofsted

Outstanding

Mar 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

94.0%

Writing

83.0%

Maths

89.0%

RWM Combined

83.0%

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About Kirk Merrington Primary School

Kirk Merrington Primary School is a primary school in Spennymoor, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 83% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 172 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: South View, Spennymoor, DL16 7JB | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Kirk Merrington Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — Outstanding
Dec 2011 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Kirk Merrington Primary School

What is Kirk Merrington Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Kirk Merrington Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Kirk Merrington Primary School's latest exam results?

Kirk Merrington Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 83% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Kirk Merrington Primary School located?

Kirk Merrington Primary School is a primary school in Spennymoor, County Durham (DL16 7JB).

How many pupils attend Kirk Merrington Primary School?

Kirk Merrington Primary School has around 172 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Kirk Merrington Primary School with other schools?

View Kirk Merrington Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in County Durham.