Teesdale School
URN: 114303 • Barnard Castle DL12 8HH
Overview
- Name
- Teesdale School
- URN
- 114303
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- P Harrison (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Prospect Place, Barnard Castle DL12 8HH
Summary
Teesdale School is a mixed community secondary school located in Barnard Castle, County Durham, with a capacity for 1,004 students. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes the academic and personal growth of all its pupils. Teesdale School emphasizes a strong ethos of respect, resilience, and responsibility, aiming to prepare students for future challenges.
The curriculum at Teesdale is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school offers various subjects and extracurricular activities, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop their skills. Additionally, Teesdale School is committed to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all learners have access to the resources and assistance they require to succeed.
As part of the North East Learning Trust, Teesdale School engages with the local community and values parental involvement. The governance structure includes a Local Academy Council, which plays a crucial role in the school's leadership and decision-making processes. Overall, Teesdale School aims to create a nurturing and aspirational environment for students to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Teesdale is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school offers various subjects and extracurricular activities, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop their skills. Additionally, Teesdale School is committed to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all learners have access to the resources and assistance they require to succeed.
As part of the North East Learning Trust, Teesdale School engages with the local community and values parental involvement. The governance structure includes a Local Academy Council, which plays a crucial role in the school's leadership and decision-making processes. Overall, Teesdale School aims to create a nurturing and aspirational environment for students to thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
Nearby alternatives
- Teesdale School and Sixth Form (67.4)
- Teesdale School (55.8)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1004
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1004 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1004 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1004 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1004 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1004 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1004 |
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