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Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School

Dean Bank, Ferryhill, DL17 8PP

Community school

Pupils

169

Ages

3-11

FSM

73.5%

Capacity

262

Ofsted

Requires improvement

May 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

60.0%

Writing

60.0%

Maths

56.0%

RWM Combined

52.0%

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About Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School

Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in Ferryhill, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 169 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Dean Bank, Ferryhill, DL17 8PP | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2024 — Requires improvement
May 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School

What is Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School's Ofsted rating?

Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School's latest exam results?

Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School located?

Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in Ferryhill, County Durham (DL17 8PP).

How many pupils attend Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School?

Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School has around 169 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School with other schools?

View Dean Bank Primary and Nursery 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.