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Marchbank Free School

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Marchbank Free School

Mowden Hall, Barnes Road, Darlington, DL3 9BL

A Good-rated special school in Darlington where 0% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
55
Ages
5-11
FSM
60.0%
Capacity
65
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
30.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
10.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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About Marchbank Free School

Marchbank Free School is a primary school in Darlington, Darlington. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 55 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Mowden Hall, Darlington, DL3 9BL | More schools in Darlington

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jan 2024 — Good
  2. Jun 2021 — Requires improvement
  3. Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  4. Jul 2019 — Inadequate

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Marchbank Free School

What is Marchbank Free School's Ofsted rating?
Marchbank Free School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Marchbank Free School's latest exam results?
Marchbank Free School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Marchbank Free School located?
Marchbank Free School is a primary school in Darlington, Darlington (DL3 9BL).
How many pupils attend Marchbank Free School?
Marchbank Free School has around 55 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Marchbank Free School with other schools?
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