PrimaryData as of May 2026

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School

Bowes, Barnard Castle, DL12 9LG

Voluntary aided school

Church of England

Pupils

Ages

2-11

FSM

4.7%

Capacity

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Sept 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

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Reading

N/A

Writing

N/A

Maths

N/A

RWM Combined

N/A

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About Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is a primary school in Barnard Castle, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). The school has around 43 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Bowes, Barnard Castle, DL12 9LG | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2023 — Requires improvement
Jan 2009 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School

What is Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School's Ofsted rating?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

Where is Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School located?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is a primary school in Barnard Castle, County Durham (DL12 9LG).

How many pupils attend Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School has around 43 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School with other schools?

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