Whitworth Park School and Sixth Form College

URN: 114300 • Spennymoor DL16 7LN

Overview

Name
Whitworth Park School and Sixth Form College
URN
114300
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
39.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Stone (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Whitworth Lane, Spennymoor DL16 7LN

Summary

Whitworth Park School and Sixth Form College, located in Spennymoor, County Durham, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 834 pupils, against a capacity of 1,350. The school is part of the Advance Learning Partnership (ALP), which emphasises collaboration to enhance educational opportunities. Whitworth Park is committed to placing students at the centre of their educational experience, focusing on both academic achievement and the development of social and personal skills.

The school prides itself on its strong leadership and management, which facilitate effective professional development for teachers. This commitment has led to consistent high achievement across the curriculum, particularly for disadvantaged students and those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Whitworth Park has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and is recognised as a ‘World-Class School’.

At Whitworth Park, the values of kindness, diligence, and respect underpin the school culture. The ethos promotes a supportive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their potential. The school aims to provide a nurturing community that prepares students for future choices, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills for success.

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Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1350
Pupils
834
Boys
430
Girls
404
FSM %
15.80
Open date
Close date
2018-08-31
Last Ofsted
2016-12-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 834 430 404 1350 15.80
2024-09-11 834 430 404 1350 15.80
2023-09-11 834 430 404 1350 15.80
2022-09-11 834 430 404 1350 15.80
2021-09-11 834 430 404 1350 15.80
2020-09-11 834 430 404 1350 15.80

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