Cockfield Primary School, Bishop Auckland

In its own words: "Nestled in the heart of our rural community, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. Our committed staff team aim to inspire and support each student, and their families, to ensure that they achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include cooking and art.

The school runs a breakfast club and after-school care, from £3.00 per session.

In 2025, 88% of Year 6 pupils at Cockfield Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 88% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 75% and 74% in County Durham and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 77% in reading and 54% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 9 families put Cockfield Primary School as their first choice and 13 named it as one of their preferences, for 9 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Cockfield Primary School are Butterknowle Primary School (1.3 miles, Requires improvement, 29% reading, 43% maths); Evenwood Church of England Primary School (1.9 miles, 86% reading, 86% maths); Ramshaw Primary School (2.1 miles, Good, 82% reading, 64% maths); and Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School (2.4 miles, Good, 100% reading, 100% maths).

Cockfield Primary School's 2025 results were higher than 3 of these 4 schools.

0.9% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 38 pupils (33%) received SEN support and 8 (7%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

Cockfield Primary School had 7 teachers in 2026, one for every 13 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Cockfield Primary School.

7 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is West End Terrace (e-bound), 120 metres away.

Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Cockfield Primary School stands in is among the 20% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. On income deprivation affecting children it is in the 4th decile, where the 1st is the most deprived. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.

In August 2026, police recorded 11 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and public order offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in County Durham (84).

Cockfield Primary School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.