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Beamish Primary School

Co-operative Villas, Beamish, Stanley, DH9 0QN

Academy converter · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2016

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29% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

43.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

57.0%

RWM Combined

29.0%

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Stanley Burnside Primary School

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley

2.15 km away · Academy converter

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About Beamish Primary School

Beamish Primary School is a primary school in Stanley, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 29% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 55 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Co-operative Villas, Stanley, DH9 0QN | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

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

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Oct 2021 — School remains Good (predecessor: Beamish Primary School)
Sept 2016 — Good (predecessor: Beamish Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Beamish Primary School

What is Beamish Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Beamish Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are Beamish Primary School's latest exam results?

Beamish Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 29% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Beamish Primary School located?

Beamish Primary School is a primary school in Stanley, County Durham (DH9 0QN).

How many pupils attend Beamish Primary School?

Beamish Primary School has around 55 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Beamish Primary School with other schools?

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