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Frequently asked questions asked by parents looking for the best schools near Darlington

How do I find out what schools are available around Darlington? 

There are some frighteningly frank websites for you to choose from. The Government one is https://www.gov.uk/school-performance-tables . You simply enter your location, perhaps Darlington, or another location and select primary schools or secondary schools. All the information parents need all there in percentages!

You could also try the paid for websites like www.schoolguide.co.uk . This one is quite cheap and you can pay monthly.

This is of course just the very first stage in selecting a school. You will to need see the videos on this page before even thinking of visiting the shortlist of schools on your list.

How do I find the state school catchment area in or around Darlington? 
If you just need to know your school catchment area try www.admissionsday.co.uk .If you are looking for exhaustive information on the schools as well go to www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk

How do I find out how good a school is?
You will absolutely have to visit the school. However, do look at the video below. For armed is to be fore warned!

Nursery Schools

What's the difference between nursery and preschool? 
Preschools usually work around a formal curriculum and trained teachers - making them a little more expensive! Nursery schools are usually a more relaxed learning environment and more flexible enrolment terms. They are also cheaper and vary greatly.

What age is a preschooler? Ages up to 4 is considered preschooler with toddlers are 1 - 3 year old bracket. Basically 4-year-old are not 'toddling' around any more and so are no longer toddlers!

What does preschool mean? A preschool, or nursery school, is a pre-primary school, or play school for early childhood education. Preschool is for children before they begin compulsory education at primary school. 

Is Pre K considered preschool? Pre K schools are pre-kindergartens.

This page should help you answer these school finding questions!

Creches

Local Area Creches and Day Nurseries for DL1
Click also to find: Childcare Services, Nursery Schools, After School Care

PreSchools and Playgroups for Darlington

Borough Road Nursery School

Borough Rd, Darlington DL1 1SG, UK – 01325 380785

This is an amazing nursery school right in the centre of town. The staff are warm and like a family to my children, the buildings and grounds are fabulous (amazing huge garden) and would strongly recommend to everyone.

Borough road nursery is an excellent pre school nursery from 2yr to getting them ready for primary school. The staff are great and very friendly. Plus they have a huge outdoor area which is used for play and teaching. There is a misconception that it closed when the school closed which is why they have lot's of openings for pre school. My 5 yr old went there and my 3yr old daughter still goes.

Polam Hall School

Grange Rd, Darlington DL1 5PA, UK – 01325 463383

I admit this school is pretty good, but we should be able to say hello or ask how your brother/sisters day is going if you are a senior and your brother or sister is a junior. Other than that, great school!

Potatoes aren't raw they're mushy @_@

Upperthorpe Nursery

90 Woodland Rd, Darlington DL3 7PZ, UK – 01325 482111

Beautiful grounds and the building is amazing. They're flexible and have a great variety of foods for the children and different rooms to play in, and even gardens. Loved the place and miss it still! x

After School Care

The Childcare Centre

Central Park, Haughton Road, Darlington DL1 1DR, UK – 01325 503144

My daughter loved going here. The staff treat everyone like family and are such lovely people. The outdoor areas are amazing. Lots of fun too.

Big Kids Little Kids Nursery

172-176 Northgate, Darlington DL1 1QU, UK – 01325 461999

My youngest goes here and my eldest goes to after school club it is a Fantastic nursery 😃

Parkside Nursery

The Coleridge Centre, Ribble Dr, Darlington DL1 5TY, UK – 01325 353416

The flight flew from RAF Brize Norton on 24th April 2024 with 500 cuddly giraffes on board to raise money and awareness for Great Ormond Street Hospital in memory of Louise Conway who died at just nine years old of leukaemia in 2013. Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate donated 50% of the production costs on behalf of the junior school, Chapter House, and our Forces community across campus - which is about 25% of our total student population.

For more information see:

Choosing a school around Darlington. This is an Australian video but has some really good Tips!

Darlington Independent Schools - Prep & Secondary - for Darlington

Independent Schools for Darlington - private preparatory and senior schools. Prep schools age 8 yrs to 11yrs or 13 yrs. Senior schools age 11yrs or 13 yrs to 18yrs. Some independent schools have a pre-prep department (age 3 to 8yrs) as well as prep and senior schools. Independent schools can be co-educational or single sex.

Best Darlington Secondary Schools -

Longfield School

Darlington DL3 0HT, UK – 01325 380815

just got a new head

Saint Aidan's Church of England Academy

26 Arnold Rd, Darlington DL1 1JG, UK – 01325 373770

I like it

Firthmoor Primary School

Ingleby Moor Crescent, Darlington, County Durham DL1 4RW, Darlington DL1 4RW, UK – 01325 244001

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Our daughter has been very happy here. She has been looked after, encouraged, excited by her work and pushed to do her best. We love the atmosphere when visiting and staff have really helped since I've become a wheelchair user. After 5 years belonging to our school we would recommend to parents. Problems we have encountered as all kids do at school have been dealt with quickly. We have seen any hint of bullying, unsociable behaviour and difficult times turned around. Staff are super supportive and they give the impression of loving our kids and going the extra mile is considered their day to day job.

Independent Schools

Longfield Academy of Sport

Longfield Rd, Darlington DL3 0HT, UK – 01325 380815

Gud Sk00l they lernt me how 2 spel stuf

Great

Polam Hall School

Grange Rd, Darlington DL1 5PA, UK – 01325 463383

I admit this school is pretty good, but we should be able to say hello or ask how your brother/sisters day is going if you are a senior and your brother or sister is a junior. Other than that, great school!

Potatoes aren't raw they're mushy @_@

Pierremont Pre-School

c/o Holy Trinity Youth Centre, Pierremont Road, Darlington DL3 6DG, UK – 07711 965512

Local Authority Schools - Primary & Secondary Schools

Local Authority primary and secondary schools for DL1 1DR . LEA primary schools age 4yrs (the year in which a child is 5) to 11yrs. Secondary schools age 11yrs to 16yrs or 18 yrs. Each school has a local catchment area.

Primary Schools

Reid Street Primary School

31 Reid St, Darlington DL3 6EX, UK – 01325 251006

My son goes there. He likes it.

Corporation Road Community Primary School

Corporation Rd, Darlington DL3 6AD, UK – 01325 244940

I miss my praimay school at copcation road school from Xanthia

I met my best friend at this school in Darlington in 2012. My name is Lizzie Arnold and my best friend, Paige.❤

Harrowgate Hill Primary School

Thompson St W, Darlington DL3 OHZ, UK – 01325 253300

A good school hepful staff.

This is my school my name is courtney landers I'm in j5 and I apsoolotly love this school

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. Ofsted reports directly to Parliament and is independent and impartial, inspecting and regulating services which care for children and young people, and those providing education and skills for learners of all ages.

Click for the full database of OFSTED's inspection reports - check out schools in DL1 or anywhere in the country.
GetTheRightSchool was formed to offer a unique reference point on getting your child into the school of your choice. The web site covers all you need to about education choices with tips and a guide to the application process and issues that could impact your child's school day, from dealing with bullying, to money issues, to how to work out school catchment areas when they move schools.
Independent Schools Council Website - has a search facility: by county, school or postcode. The ISC brings together eight associations of independent schools, their heads, bursars and governors and represents over 1,200 independent schools in the UK and overseas.
Schools Web Directory - lists all UK local education authorities with a click-through to their websites. Each Local Authority has lists of its own schools and details of application procedures.
Contact details & Websites of 4,065 Schools in Ireland - search by map or county list
Lists more than 31,000 UK state and independent schools and colleges, including over 26,000 UK School, College and University Websites. Search for schools or search for educational establishments anywhere in the UK by geographical county, postcode, name or LEA.

BBC Live Educational News

Dyslexia support centres
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Special schools for Darlington for moderate to severe learning difficulties, ADHD, Autism, Physical impairment, complex health needs, communication difficulties, dyspraxia and other special needs.

Special Needs Schools around you

The Education Village Academy Trust

Salters Ln S, Darlington DL1 2AN, UK – 01325 254000

This school is amazing. I would consider going to it since all the staff are lovely, Deals with bullying well, takes good care of children with special needs and is quite a nice school. It is split up into three sections. Primary, Seniors (Older Kids starting from year 7) and Beaumont Hill (Special Needs Children) I highly suggest going here!

Beaumont Hill Academy

The Education Village, Salters Ln S, Darlington DL1 2AN, UK – 01325 254000

Website with facility to search for many different kinds of special needs schools and links to lots of support groups.  Find a special needs school near Darlington or search the website for special schools throughout the UK

Adult Education Centres for DL1 - Language Tuition

Adult Education Centres for Darlington which may run evening or daytime language classes

Adult Education

Kip McGrath Darlington Education Centre

3 Beaumont St, Darlington DL1 5SZ, UK – 01325 788021

Took my daughter to Chris over the summer period to help her gain confidence for this years school year. The work that he put in to help her with maths was superb. Shes gained confidence and self belief and so far this year is finding her school work a lot easier. Thanks Chris, we'll be back for sure. �

Dear Chris I’d just like to reiterate how pleased I am with Francesca’s progress in Maths. As you know I was concerned at the end of year five in July because she appeared to be struggling and upon assessment you confirmed she was approximately a year and a half behind. However, I have recently attended a parents evening and since her studies with you commenced this summer Francesca has caught up, is keeping pace with her class and her mathematics teacher has stated that her confidence has also improved. Francesca has stated on more than one occasion that she wishes you were her ‘proper’ teacher. Needless to say that I put this improvement down to the dedicated support that you have provided, therefore I will be encouraging Francesca to continue with your tuition throughout schooling and I without hesitation I will also encourage any other parents and children to use your services. Thank you, sincerely. M Emma Barugh Managing Director MB Human Resources Consulting Ltd Thrive the employee engagement system

Kellen Dance Academy

3 Washbrook Dr, Darlington DL3 0JA, UK – 07810 272788

When Stephanie and I decided to learn to dance Foxtrot, we went to Kellen Dance Academy and loved it. For our private classes, they provided the perfect venue, light airy with a great ballroom floor in Cockerton, Darlington. Both Kelly and Ellen taught us the very basics - to more advanced styling. Teaching style is relaxed without pressure, placing the emphasis on fun learning. If you plan to learn ballroom or latin dance, look no further than Kellen.

Rachel Coad School of Dance

95A Victoria Rd, Darlington DL1 5JQ, UK – 07968 964426

Went here as a child and Rachel taught at my old school, great teacher and the bond she has with the students is unbreakable

My daughter goes to Rachel Coad School of Dance and thoroughly enjoys herself there. After watching the Annual Show I felt I had to come on here and leave a review of how fantastic the dance school is. Rachel has an amazing rapour with her pupils and there is a really friendly atmosphere within the dance school. So in my opinion if anyone is looking for a dance school to send their children to I would definitely recommend this one. :)

Language Schools

Saint Aidan's Church of England Academy

26 Arnold Rd, Darlington DL1 1JG, UK – 01325 373770

I like it

Language Schools for Darlington

Language schools for DL1. Also consider Adult Education Centres which might run evening language classes

Private Tutors for Darlington

Private Tuition for DL1
Click also to find: Language Schools, Translators & Interpreters

Private Tutors

First Class Learning Maths, English & Science Tuition

All Saints Millennium Centre, Ravensdale Road, Darlington DL3 8DT, UK – 07702 841915

First class learning at Darlington is literally first class!!excellent tuition and service. Emma and her team are dedicated to each and every student and are always there to help in anyway they can to ensure each student is given the support and guidance they need.

Darlington Learning Zone

Imperial Centre, Grange Rd, Darlington DL1 5PE, UK – 01325 467770

Kip McGrath Darlington Education Centre

3 Beaumont St, Darlington DL1 5SZ, UK – 01325 788021

Took my daughter to Chris over the summer period to help her gain confidence for this years school year. The work that he put in to help her with maths was superb. Shes gained confidence and self belief and so far this year is finding her school work a lot easier. Thanks Chris, we'll be back for sure. �

Dear Chris I’d just like to reiterate how pleased I am with Francesca’s progress in Maths. As you know I was concerned at the end of year five in July because she appeared to be struggling and upon assessment you confirmed she was approximately a year and a half behind. However, I have recently attended a parents evening and since her studies with you commenced this summer Francesca has caught up, is keeping pace with her class and her mathematics teacher has stated that her confidence has also improved. Francesca has stated on more than one occasion that she wishes you were her ‘proper’ teacher. Needless to say that I put this improvement down to the dedicated support that you have provided, therefore I will be encouraging Francesca to continue with your tuition throughout schooling and I without hesitation I will also encourage any other parents and children to use your services. Thank you, sincerely. M Emma Barugh Managing Director MB Human Resources Consulting Ltd Thrive the employee engagement system

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