Benfieldside Primary School Catchment Area
Benfieldside Primary School is a community primary school in Consett, County Durham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 196 pupils, and a capacity of 357 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
3–11
Age range
196
Pupils
357
Capacity
55%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2024
Benfieldside Primary School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for Benfieldside Primary School is set by County Durham and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by County Durham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find County Durham catchment area documents →Benfieldside Primary School — School Information
- Full address
- Moorlands, Blackhill, Consett, DH8 0JX
- Local authority
- County Durham
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 3–11 years
- Free school meals
- 55.9% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 114045
Other Primary Schools in Consett
If Benfieldside Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Consett are the next closest alternatives.
Shotley Bridge Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH8 0ES
Leadgate Primary School - Split Site Catchment Area
Community school · DH8 7RH
The Grove Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH8 8AP
Delves Lane Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · DH8 7ES
Consett Junior School Catchment Area
Community school · DH8 6AY
Consett Infant School Catchment Area
Community school · DH8 6AF
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Frequently Asked Questions — Benfieldside Primary School
Is Benfieldside Primary School oversubscribed? ▾
Benfieldside Primary School has a capacity of 357 places and currently has 196 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with County Durham.
What is the admissions policy for Benfieldside Primary School? ▾
Admission to Benfieldside Primary School is managed by County Durham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.
What age range does Benfieldside Primary School cover? ▾
Benfieldside Primary School is a primary school in Consett, County Durham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Benfieldside Primary School? ▾
Benfieldside Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.