Greenland Community Primary School

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Good

South Moor Road, South Moor, Stanley, DH9 7EZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Greenland Community Primary School is a primary school in Stanley for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 271 schools in County Durham. It ranks 1st of 15 primary schools in Stanley. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2012.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 27 November 2012, report published 20 December 2012

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 1 April 2025

Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning at this friendly and inclusive school. The school has high expectations for pupils' achievement and conduct. The pupils rise to meet these expectations on a daily basis. This is reflected in pupils' high attainment in reading and mathematics in national assessments at the end of key stage 2. This equally applies to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils behave very well. They support one another and enjoy excellent relationships with staff. Pupils clearly demonstrate the 'Greenland Habits' such as being kind, respectful and responsible. They show compassion and understanding towards pupils who may need a little more support with their learning. Children in the Reception Year learn good routines and habits that prepare them well for Year 1. The school helps pupils to nurture their talents and interests. Pupils benefit from a wide range of enrichment opportunities that bring classroom learning to life. For example, pupils eagerly explain what they have learned from workshops with a volcanologist and an archaeologist. There are many sporting opportunities, along with music and drama. Everyone is involved in something. Pupils particularly enjoy the chance to perform songs and dance at the annual winter 'Frosty Fest'.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

55 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths75%

75%, 13 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths11%

11%, 3 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score107

107, 1 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score108

108, 3 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

318 pupils on roll, with places for 357

Eligible for free school meals48.1%

48.1%, 21.6 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language6.3%

6.3%, 15.3 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support20.8%

20.8%, 6 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan8.8%

8.8%, 2.8 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Greenland Community Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor0.4 milesOfsted: Good22% met the expected standard
South Stanley Junior School0.5 milesOfsted: Good74% met the expected standard
South Stanley Infant and Nursery School0.6 milesOfsted: GoodNot published
Bloemfontein Primary School0.7 milesOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard
Stanley Burnside Primary School1 mileReport card: Needs attention to expected standard62% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
STANLEY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Miss Anne-Marie Lewis
Address
South Moor Road, South Moor, Stanley, DH9 7EZ
Local authority
County Durham
URN
143585

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.