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Castleside Primary School

Moorland Crescent, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RG

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Pupils

Ages

2-11

FSM

21.9%

Capacity

140

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

86.0%

Writing

57.0%

Maths

79.0%

RWM Combined

43.0%

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About Castleside Primary School

Castleside Primary School is a primary school in Consett, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 43% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 64 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Moorland Crescent, Consett, DH8 9RG | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

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

Mar 2022 — Good
Mar 2022 — Good (predecessor: Castleside Primary School)
Jun 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Castleside Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Castleside Primary School

What is Castleside Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Castleside Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Castleside Primary School's latest exam results?

Castleside Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 43% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Castleside Primary School located?

Castleside Primary School is a primary school in Consett, County Durham (DH8 9RG).

How many pupils attend Castleside Primary School?

Castleside Primary School has around 64 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Castleside Primary School with other schools?

View Castleside 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.