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St Helen Auckland Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Helen Auckland Community Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 213 pupils, and a capacity of 248 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

213

Pupils

248

Capacity

86%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

St Helen Auckland Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St Helen Auckland Community Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with County Durham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

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 →

St Helen Auckland Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Manor Road, St Helen Auckland, Bishop Auckland, DL14 9EN
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
48.9% of pupils
DfE URN
150232

Other Primary Schools in Bishop Auckland

If St Helen Auckland Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bishop Auckland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Helen Auckland Community Primary School

Is St Helen Auckland Community Primary School oversubscribed?

St Helen Auckland Community Primary School has a capacity of 248 places and currently has 213 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with County Durham.

What is the admissions policy for St Helen Auckland Community Primary School?

Admission to St Helen Auckland Community 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 St Helen Auckland Community Primary School cover?

St Helen Auckland Community Primary School is a primary school in Bishop Auckland, 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 St Helen Auckland Community Primary School?

St Helen Auckland Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.