Polam Hall School
URN: 114329 • Darlington DL1 5PA
Overview
- Name
- Polam Hall School
- URN
- 114329
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Moreland (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Grange Road, Darlington DL1 5PA
Summary
Polam Hall School is an independent mixed school located in Darlington, with a capacity for 480 students. The school aims to provide a nurturing and supportive environment, fostering both academic and personal growth. As a school that is not bound by a specific phase, it offers a flexible curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students.
The ethos of Polam Hall School centres around the development of well-rounded individuals, encouraging students to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities alongside their academic studies. This holistic approach aims to prepare students for future challenges, equipping them with essential life skills and confidence.
The school is situated within the Darlington community, which enhances its commitment to fostering strong relationships with families and local organisations. This connection helps create a supportive network for students, promoting a sense of belonging and community involvement. Overall, Polam Hall School strives to provide a balanced education that prioritises both academic achievement and personal development.
The ethos of Polam Hall School centres around the development of well-rounded individuals, encouraging students to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities alongside their academic studies. This holistic approach aims to prepare students for future challenges, equipping them with essential life skills and confidence.
The school is situated within the Darlington community, which enhances its commitment to fostering strong relationships with families and local organisations. This connection helps create a supportive network for students, promoting a sense of belonging and community involvement. Overall, Polam Hall School strives to provide a balanced education that prioritises both academic achievement and personal development.
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Nearby alternatives
- Beaumont Hill Academy (71.2)
- Pear Tree School (65.4)
- Oakwood Learning Centre (65.2)
- Hurworth House School Aspris Children's services (56.9)
- Marchbank Free School (51.6)
Key details
- LA
- Darlington
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1908-01-01
- Close date
- 2015-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 480 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 480 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 480 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 480 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 480 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 480 |
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