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Schools in DH1

A postcode district in County Durham

  • Postcode district
  • 32 schools and nurseries

In short: DH1 is a postcode district in County Durham with 18 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 9 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3218 primary · 6 secondary · 9 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in DH1

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All DH1 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in DH1

18 in DH1, best first

Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Durham, DH1 5BG · State · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

48 first choices, 43 offers made

Met the standard at 1187%

England 62%

Days missed
4.3%
Pupils
375
Pupils per teacher
21.5
View school Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in DH1

6 in DH1, best first

Belmont Community School

Durham, DH1 2AG · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

212 first choices, 185 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1648.6

England 46.2

Days missed
8.1%
Pupils
887
Pupils per teacher
17.0
View school Belmont Community School

Nurseries in DH1

9 in DH1, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in DH1

6 in DH1, by the school's Eduscope score

Framwellgate School Durham

Durham, DH1 5BQ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement in 2 areas

Results close to the England average.

172 first choices, 209 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1648.9

England 46.2

Days missed
9.2%
Pupils
1,204
Pupils per teacher
15.2
View school Framwellgate School Durham

Special Schools in DH1

1 in DH1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Private Schools in DH1

1 in DH1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The map

Every school in DH1, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery, GoodDurham Newton Hall Infants' School, Good in every areaBelmont Cheveley Park Primary School, GoodLaurel Avenue Community Primary School, GoodDurham Gilesgate Primary School, GoodBelmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School, Expected standard or betterSt Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School, GoodShincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School, Expected standard or betterSt Margaret's Church of England Primary School, Expected standard or betterBlue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School, GoodBelmont Community School, GoodDurham Johnston Comprehensive School, Good or betterDurham Cathedral Schools Foundation, InspectedDurham Trinity School & Sports College, GoodFinchale Primary School, GoodFramwellgate Moor Primary School, OutstandingFramwellgate School Durham, Requires improvement in 2 areasSt Leonard's Catholic School, Durham, Outstanding in every areaSt Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham, GoodSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate, GoodSt Thomas More Primary School, Belmont, GoodDurham Sixth Form Centre, OutstandingSt Hild's College Church of England Primary School, Durham, GoodAdventure Valley Day Nursery, GoodStepping Stones Day Nursery Durham Ltd, GoodThe Laurels Child Care, OutstandingKids 1st - Durham, GoodDurham University Day Nursery, OutstandingYellow Wellies, GoodBusy Bees (Durham) Ltd, GoodSt Hild's Bright Beginnings
  • Outstanding4
  • Good18
  • Not graded yet9
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every DH1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

DH1 has 32 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

Keep up with schools in DH1

Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.

Questions

Questions parents ask about DH1

How many schools are in DH1?

DH1 has 32 schools, including 18 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 9 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in DH1?

The highest-ranked schools in DH1 on Eduscope are Framwellgate Moor Primary School, St Margaret's Church of England Primary School, St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in DH1?

There is 1 independent school in DH1. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in DH1?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 32 schools in DH1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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