Durham Sixth Form Centre

URN: 114310 • Durham DH1 1SG

Overview

Name
Durham Sixth Form Centre
URN
114310
Type
Community school
Phase
16 plus
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
65.2 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ellen Beveridge (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Providence Row, Durham DH1 1SG

Summary

Durham Sixth Form Centre is a community school located in Durham, serving over 1,600 students from a diverse range of backgrounds. Established in 1913, the school has a long history of educational excellence and has evolved into a prominent sixth form provider, offering a wide curriculum that includes over 30 A Levels and nearly 20 vocational qualifications. The school is committed to high-quality teaching and learning, with a focus on achieving above the national average in student outcomes.

The centre prides itself on its supportive environment, where specialist staff guide students through their academic journey. With a strong emphasis on personal and professional development, the school provides various opportunities for students to enhance their skills, including extracurricular activities and a dedicated Progression Team that assists students in securing university placements, apprenticeships, or employment.

Durham Sixth Form Centre fosters a vibrant community atmosphere, welcoming students from over sixty secondary schools in the region. The school encourages prospective students and parents to attend open events to experience its ethos and educational offerings firsthand.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
16 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
2000
Pupils
1679
Boys
631
Girls
1048
FSM %
0.00
Open date
Close date
2023-10-31
Last Ofsted
2017-03-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1679 631 1048 2000 0.00
2024-09-11 1679 631 1048 2000 0.00
2023-09-11 1829 704 1125 2000 0.00
2022-09-11 1829 704 1125 2000 0.00
2021-09-11 1764 698 1066 2000 0.00
2020-09-11 1569 614 955 1290 0.00

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login