Framwellgate School Durham

A not judged academy converter school in County Durham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Framwellgate School Durham.

Durham, DH15BQ Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
53.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.05
English & Maths grade 4+ %
56.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 64.0%
Continue in education or training
59.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 65.0%
Sustained employment
37.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 16.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
5 November 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Newton Drive
Framwellgate Moor
Durham, DH15BQ
Phone
1913866628
Website
framdurham.com

Location

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Source: Geocoding
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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137696
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Newton Drive, Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5BQ
Website
http://www.framdurham.com
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE EXCEL ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
1,330 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,276
Free School Meals
23.3% (297 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.7% (34 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
25.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
65.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
16.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
9.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
9.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
58%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
80 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
9.0%

Key Performance Indicators

EBacc Entry:
34.3 (+14.9 vs average)
English & Maths Grade 5+:
64.0 (+12.0 vs average)
Attainment 8:
48.0 (+8.5 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
80 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
160
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,276 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Social Science (VRQ Level 3)
★★★★★
(9 students)
Sports Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
Sociology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(12 students)
Physical Education/Sports Studies (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(6 students)
Government & Politics (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(9 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Excellence Compassion Respect for All

Head Teacher's Message

Framwellgate School Durham is a vibrant comprehensive school with core values of Excellence, Compassion and Respect for All; inclusive community; aims to support aspirations, happiness and pride in the school; invites visitors to learn more about the school.

Curriculum Highlights

Majority of students are entered for the English Baccalaureate at the end of Year 11 as part of an academically broad and balanced curriculum Subjects taught at Key Stage 3 include a broad range of subjects in Years 7–9; GCSE English Language, English Literature, Maths and Science (2 or 3) plus History or Geography and French; two option subjects in sport, arts or technology or vocational subjects; Religious Studies may be taken GCSE structure includes English Language, English Literature, Maths, Science (2 or 3), History or Geography, French, 2 option subjects, and RS (optional)

Admissions Criteria

FSD follows the Durham County admissions process. In-year admissions are handled by contacting Durham County Council; transition/Year 6 admissions are coordinated with a transition programme and visits arranged; prospective parents can visit and are advised to follow the Durham County Council admissions process.

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