Darlington College
URN: 130656 • Darlington DL1 1DR
Overview
- Name
- Darlington College
- URN
- 130656
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Gartland (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01325503050
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Central Park, Darlington DL1 1DR
Summary
Darlington College is a mixed further education institution located in Darlington, serving students aged 16 and above. The college is committed to meeting the educational needs of the local community and has established strong partnerships with organisations such as Teesside University, enhancing access to higher education. The college offers a diverse range of courses across various subject areas, including business, health and social care, engineering, and creative arts, ensuring that students can find pathways that suit their interests and career aspirations.
The college prioritises student welfare, providing a supportive environment where issues such as bullying or discrimination can be reported easily through their online platform, Report + Support. Additionally, financial assistance is available for students aged 19 and over from low-income families, covering essential costs like travel, equipment, and childcare.
Darlington College also actively engages with local employers to facilitate apprenticeships and work placements, helping students gain practical experience while studying. The college's ethos of community involvement is further reflected in its various initiatives, including fundraising events and partnerships that benefit both students and the wider community.
The college prioritises student welfare, providing a supportive environment where issues such as bullying or discrimination can be reported easily through their online platform, Report + Support. Additionally, financial assistance is available for students aged 19 and over from low-income families, covering essential costs like travel, equipment, and childcare.
Darlington College also actively engages with local employers to facilitate apprenticeships and work placements, helping students gain practical experience while studying. The college's ethos of community involvement is further reflected in its various initiatives, including fundraising events and partnerships that benefit both students and the wider community.
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Key details
- LA
- Darlington
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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