St Aidan's Church of England Academy
URN: 135314 • Darlington DL1 1LL
Overview
- Name
- St Aidan's Church of England Academy
- URN
- 135314
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NORTHERN LIGHTS LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 46.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dean Lythgoe (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01325373770
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hundens Lane, Darlington DL1 1LL
Summary
St Aidan's Church of England Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Darlington, with a current enrolment of 594 pupils and a capacity of 700. The school operates under a sponsor-led model, providing a structured educational environment that aims to foster both academic achievement and personal development in its students.
The academy places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, with approximately 43.9% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds. The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of all learners, promoting a well-rounded education that prepares students for future challenges.
As part of the local community, St Aidan's Academy seeks to uphold the values of the Church of England, integrating these principles into its ethos. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering a supportive environment for students to thrive both academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's website, although it appears to currently be under maintenance.
The academy places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, with approximately 43.9% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds. The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of all learners, promoting a well-rounded education that prepares students for future challenges.
As part of the local community, St Aidan's Academy seeks to uphold the values of the Church of England, integrating these principles into its ethos. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering a supportive environment for students to thrive both academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's website, although it appears to currently be under maintenance.
Useful links
- fasthosts.co.uk (other)
- Find out more (other)
- Contact us (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Carmel College (78.9)
- Hurworth School (70.2)
- Longfield Academy of Sport (67.7)
- Hummersknott Academy (60.4)
- Staindrop Academy (55.8)
Key details
- LA
- Darlington
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NORTHERN LIGHTS LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 700
- Pupils
- 594
- Boys
- 304
- Girls
- 290
- FSM %
- 43.90
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 594 | 304 | 290 | 700 | 43.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 598 | 300 | 298 | 700 | 42.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 542 | 259 | 283 | 700 | 22.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 542 | 259 | 283 | 700 | 22.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 510 | 243 | 267 | 700 | 33.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 461 | 223 | 238 | 700 | 31.90 |
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