Durham Gilesgate Primary School is a community school located in the urban setting of Kepier Crescent, Durham, catering to a mixed-gender student body aged 2 to 11. It serves as a vital educational institution within the local community, offering non-selective admissions with a capacity for 210 pupils, though it currently enrolls 147. The school does not have a religious character and provides nursery classes, but no sixth form or boarding options. Its location in Durham places it in a vibrant, historically rich area, supporting a diverse range of students, with a significant portion (63.3%) eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to supporting students from various socio-economic backgrounds.
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3 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Full re-inspection after a Requires Improvement rating
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Monitoring visit (school was rated Requires Improvement)
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Monitoring visit (school was rated Requires Improvement)