Durham Trinity School & Sports College

URN: 114349 • Durham DH1 5WB

Overview

Name
Durham Trinity School & Sports College
URN
114349
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Grimwood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01913864612
Website
Visit
Address
Dunholme Close, Durham DH1 5WB

Summary

Durham Trinity School & Sports College is a community special school located in Durham, catering to a diverse range of pupils aged 2-19 with autism and varying degrees of learning difficulties. The school is designed to support students with complex needs, ensuring that every pupil has an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) tailored to their individual requirements. The environment is continuously adapted to meet the evolving needs of the student population, with recent enhancements including additional classrooms and specialist facilities such as a sensory room and hydrotherapy pool.

The curriculum at Durham Trinity is structured around three pathways, focusing on academic, emotional, and physical development. The school promotes a holistic approach to learning, incorporating enrichment activities such as sports, dance, and outdoor play. A dedicated Further Education Unit supports students until the age of 19, preparing them for the next stages of their lives through community engagement and life skills training.

Staff at Durham Trinity are highly skilled in special educational needs and work collaboratively with families and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for students. The school prioritises mental health and wellbeing, providing resources and support for both students and their families. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can access further information through the school's website.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
252
Boys
180
Girls
72
FSM %
55.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 252 180 72 55.50
2024-09-11 246 172 74 49.80
2023-09-11 237 168 69 40.40
2022-09-11 237 168 69 40.40
2021-09-11 237 163 74 42.70
2020-09-11 225 155 70 37.60

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