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North Park Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

North Park Primary School is a community primary school in Spennymoor, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 254 pupils, and a capacity of 266 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

254

Pupils

266

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

North Park Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for North Park 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.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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 →

North Park Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bessemer Green, Spennymoor, DL16 6PP
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
68.6% of pupils
DfE URN
132172

Other Primary Schools in Spennymoor

If North Park Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Spennymoor are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — North Park Primary School

Is North Park Primary School oversubscribed?

North Park Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 266 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for North Park Primary School?

Admission to North Park 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 North Park Primary School cover?

North Park Primary School is a primary school in Spennymoor, County Durham, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for North Park Primary School?

North Park Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.