North Durham Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in County Durham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for North Durham Academy.

Stanley, DH90TW Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.43
English & Maths grade 4+ %
47.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 48.1%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
21 June 2022
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
High Street
Stanley, DH90TW
Phone
1207292180
Website
northdurhamacademy.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136745
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Address
High Street, Stanley, DH9 0TW
Website
http://www.northdurhamacademy.co.uk/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
NEW COLLEGE DURHAM ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1,700 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,000
Free School Meals
51.3% (513 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (19 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
85.3%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
45.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
28 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
167
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,000 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"For all students and staff to want to learn and work at a good school; and for all parents/carers from our community to want to send their children to a good school."

Respectful Ambitious Collaborative Inclusive Resilient

Head Teacher's Message

North Durham Academy is described by the Head Teacher as a highly ambitious, caring and supportive place to learn and work, with around 1000 students in years 7–11. The vision emphasizes placing the student at the centre to achieve the best possible grades and experiences, with key principles including outstanding care, high standards, a broad curriculum, a range of in-school and extra-curricular experiences, and superb facilities.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Sports teams Music clubs Drama groups Science clubs

Sports

Sports teams

Facilities

Science laboratories Fully equipped computer suites Technology-enhanced classrooms Full-size sports hall Outdoor pitches Fitness suite Art studios Music rooms Performance spaces Interactive whiteboards Robust IT support

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced curriculum Range of in-school and extra-curricular experiences to prepare our students for life in modern society Superb facilities which support and enhance learning at all levels including achievement and engagement

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