Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School — Primary School in Barnard Castle

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Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School

Barnard Castle, DL12 9LG

43 Pupils

70 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

4.70% FSM %

19 Boys

24 Girls

About Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School

Located in Barnard Castle (DL12 9LG), Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 2–11 with a Church of England character, classified as Local authority maintained schools and situated within the local authority of County Durham.

It has 43 pupils on roll. School capacity: 70. Current headteacher: Julie Gibson.

Data for Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	County Durham
Region	North East
Administrative District	County Durham
Parliamentary Constituency	Bishop Auckland
Ward	Upper Teesdale
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Non-selective
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10075840
URN	114237
Data Last Updated	27-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Richard Batchelor	Governor	01/09/2025	31/08/2029	Elected by school staff
Councillor Richard Bell	Governor	26/02/2025	25/02/2029	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mrs Alison Butler	Governor	05/12/2024	04/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr John Degnan	Governor	11/01/2025	10/01/2029	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Lorna Dunn	Governor	12/12/2024	11/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Julie Gibson	Governor	17/04/2023	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Sara Harrison	Governor	20/11/2023	31/08/2025	Elected by school staff
Mr Chris Roberts	Governor	31/07/2025	30/07/2029	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mrs Sam Webb	Governor	14/03/2025	02/03/2026	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mrs Jane Wilkinson	Governor	08/05/2024	25/02/2026	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mrs Heather Yip	Governor	13/11/2023	12/11/2027	Elected by parents

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Barnard Castle, County Durham.

How many pupils does Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School have?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School has 43 pupils, with a capacity of 70.

What is the age range at Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

What is the admissions policy at Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School?

The admissions policy at Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is: Non-selective.

Is Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School a faith school?

Yes, Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School?

The Headteacher at Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is Mrs Julie Gibson.

Where is Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School located?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is at Bowes, Barnard Castle, DL12 9LG, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School currently open?

Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Julie Gibson

Bowes, Barnard Castle, DL12 9LG

01833628291

www.boweshutchinsonsschool.org.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 114237

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026