Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law — Primary School in Bishop Auckland

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Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law

Bishop Auckland, DL13 4AU

77 Pupils

84 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

33.80% FSM %

41 Boys

36 Girls

About Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law

Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law is an Academies for pupils aged 3–11 based in County Durham, North East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Roman Catholic character.

It has 77 pupils on roll. School capacity: 84. Current headteacher: Jenna Ellison.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with County Durham or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	County Durham
Region	North East
Administrative District	County Durham
Parliamentary Constituency	Bishop Auckland
Ward	Weardale
Urban / Rural	Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-02-2022
UKPRN	10089904
URN	148916
Data Last Updated	08-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (7)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Elizabeth McGurk	Chair of Local Governing Body	21/02/2022	20/02/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Teresa Bland	Local Governor	19/04/2024	18/04/2028	Elected by parents
Mrs Jenna Ellison	Local Governor	01/02/2022	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Ms Sarah Gage	Local Governor	13/01/2025	12/01/2029	Elected by school staff
Father Nicholas Jennings	Local Governor	08/02/2022	07/02/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Angeline Jones	Local Governor	01/02/2022	31/01/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Paula Stevens	Local Governor	15/02/2022	14/02/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Tow Law Millennium Primary School

0.93 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

Peases West Academy

4.31 km • Crook

Other

Wolsingham Primary School

4.66 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

Stanley (Crook) Primary School

4.9 km • Crook

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law?

Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.

How many pupils does Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law have?

Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law has 77 pupils, with a capacity of 84.

What is the age range at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law?

Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law a faith school?

Yes, Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law?

The Headteacher at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law is Miss Jenna Ellison.

Where is Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law located?

Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law is at Smith Street, Tow Law, Bishop Auckland, DL13 4AU, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law currently open?

Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Miss Jenna Ellison

Smith Street, Tow Law, Bishop Auckland, DL13 4AU

01388731082

blessedjohnduckett.bhcet.org.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 148916

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026