Schools in Shildon
3 open schools recorded with this town address, ranked by their latest Ofsted signal. How the signal works — three inspection systems currently coexist, so treat it as a guide, not a verdict.
Primary (3)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornhill Primary School Community school | Outstanding (2023) · previous system | 4–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
| St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon Voluntary aided school | Good (2023) · previous system | 3–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
| Timothy Hackworth Primary School Community school | Good — confirmed 2023 · previous system | 2–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
“Demand” is first-choice applications against places at the latest entry year — admission criteria, not demand, decide offers. Data: DfE & Ofsted open data (OGL v3) — sources.