Belmont Community School
URN: 114308 • Durham DH1 2AG
Overview
- Name
- Belmont Community School
- URN
- 114308
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Burton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01913865715
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Links, Durham DH1 2AG
Summary
Belmont Community School is a mixed secondary school located in Durham, County Durham, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 847 pupils and a capacity of 900, the school is known for its commitment to high academic standards and disciplined learning environments. The school places a strong emphasis on traditional subjects, aiming to prepare students for future academic pursuits and university expectations.
The ethos of Belmont Community School revolves around a blend of rigorous academic achievement and high-quality pastoral care. The school strives to foster a supportive community where students are encouraged to reach their highest potential. This commitment is reflected in their history of success in academically challenging subjects, which are highly regarded by parents and educational institutions alike.
Belmont Community School also prioritises clear communication with parents and guardians, providing essential information about daily routines and school policies through their website. Upcoming events, such as Year 6 Open Evenings, are designed to engage prospective families and facilitate a smooth transition for new students.
The ethos of Belmont Community School revolves around a blend of rigorous academic achievement and high-quality pastoral care. The school strives to foster a supportive community where students are encouraged to reach their highest potential. This commitment is reflected in their history of success in academically challenging subjects, which are highly regarded by parents and educational institutions alike.
Belmont Community School also prioritises clear communication with parents and guardians, providing essential information about daily routines and school policies through their website. Upcoming events, such as Year 6 Open Evenings, are designed to engage prospective families and facilitate a smooth transition for new students.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Key Policies (sen)
- Looked After Children with SEND (sen)
- Our SEN Provision (sen)
- How children with SEN engage in all activities (sen)
- How we adapt the curriculum and learning environment for children & young people with SEN (sen)
- How we evaluate the effectiveness of SEN Provision (sen)
- Our approach to teaching children & young people with SEN (sen)
- The kinds of SEN that are provided for (sen)
- SEN Information Report (sen)
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 847
- Boys
- 435
- Girls
- 412
- FSM %
- 33.50
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 847 | 435 | 412 | 900 | 33.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 823 | 423 | 400 | 825 | 32.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 788 | 390 | 398 | 825 | 31.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 788 | 390 | 398 | 825 | 31.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 754 | 380 | 374 | 825 | 31.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 741 | 382 | 359 | 825 | 27.30 |
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