The new Springmoor Grange School, which is to be located on the Durham Road site of the former Tudhoe Grange Comprehensive School, will replace the existing Ox Close Primary and Oxclose Nursery Schools.
It will accommodate 630 primary school pupils alongside a 52-place nursery unit for children aged two and older. The project is being designed and funded by Durham County Council and will ensure school provision in Spennymoor keeps pace with the growing demand for school and nursery provisions.
Anna Bowden, the federation’s deputy executive headteacher, said: “The children and staff are very excited that the build of Springmoor Grange is set to start. We have worked very closely with Durham County Council to ensure that the new build is the best it can possibly be for the children of Spennymoor not only now, but for many years to come. The new school will enhance our current provision whilst also maintaining our already high standards, strong community ethos and wraparound care.”
Pam Sneath, the federation’s chair of governors, added: “Both Oxclose Nursery and Ox Close Primary have been very popular choices within the town and we are very proud of the excellent starts in life that we have provided for so many young children. However, most years we have been oversubscribed and sadly had to turn away applications. We are delighted that Springmoor Grange School, on the new site, will mean that more children will be able to come to us and benefit from the fantastic facilities and embedded nurturing culture allowing them to prosper from two to 11 years.”
Oxclose Federation Staff held a stall at the Spennymoor Gala to show the community the plans, uniform and branding of the new school and meet and greet the Spennymoor community to raise awareness of the new school opening in September 2024.
If you have any queries, or feedback please contact Ms Tracey Jackson, Oxclose Federation Business Manager.
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