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
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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.

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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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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