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St Stephen's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Crook, County Durham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 221 pupils, and a capacity of 203 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

221

Pupils

203

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Stephen's Church of England Primary School is managed by County Durham and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 221 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 203 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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St Stephen's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hall Lane, Willington, Crook, DL15 0QH
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
32.4% of pupils
DfE URN
114216

Other Primary Schools in Crook

If St Stephen's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Crook are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Stephen's Church of England Primary School

Is St Stephen's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Stephen's Church of England Primary School currently has 221 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 203 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Stephen's Church of England Primary School?

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by County Durham before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Stephen's Church of England Primary School cover?

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Crook, 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 St Stephen's Church of England Primary School?

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.