PrimaryData as of May 2026

Finchale Primary School

Canterbury Road, Newton Hall, Durham, DH1 5XT

Community school

Pupils

213

Ages

4-11

FSM

3.8%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2015

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

91.0%

Writing

81.0%

Maths

84.0%

RWM Combined

78.0%

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About Finchale Primary School

Finchale Primary School is a primary school in Durham, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 213 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Canterbury Road, Durham, DH1 5XT | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

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

May 2025 — Standards maintained
Nov 2019 — School remains Good
Jan 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Finchale Primary School

What is Finchale Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Finchale Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What are Finchale Primary School's latest exam results?

Finchale Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Finchale Primary School located?

Finchale Primary School is a primary school in Durham, County Durham (DH1 5XT).

How many pupils attend Finchale Primary School?

Finchale Primary School has around 213 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Finchale Primary School with other schools?

View Finchale 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.