Hurworth School
URN: 136525 • Darlington DL2 2JG
Overview
- Name
- Hurworth School
- URN
- 136525
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NORTHERN ARCH LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Somerville (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01325720424
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Croft Road, Darlington DL2 2JG
Summary
Hurworth School is a mixed secondary academy located in Darlington, serving students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 645 pupils, the school operates slightly above its capacity of 635. As part of the Northern Arch Learning Partnership Trust, Hurworth School emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, promoting the ethos of "Together We Achieve." The school aims to foster personal development and academic excellence in a supportive environment.
The curriculum at Hurworth School is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, including provisions for students with autism. The school places a strong emphasis on student support, offering resources such as special educational needs services and a dedicated careers program. Additionally, the school encourages parental involvement through regular communication and updates via Parent Mail.
Located in a community-oriented area, Hurworth School actively promotes British values and personal development through various initiatives. The school’s commitment to safeguarding and student well-being is evident in its policies and support systems, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
The curriculum at Hurworth School is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, including provisions for students with autism. The school places a strong emphasis on student support, offering resources such as special educational needs services and a dedicated careers program. Additionally, the school encourages parental involvement through regular communication and updates via Parent Mail.
Located in a community-oriented area, Hurworth School actively promotes British values and personal development through various initiatives. The school’s commitment to safeguarding and student well-being is evident in its policies and support systems, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
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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
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTHERN ARCH LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 635
- Pupils
- 645
- Boys
- 356
- Girls
- 289
- FSM %
- 24.60
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 645 | 356 | 289 | 635 | 24.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 666 | 365 | 301 | 635 | 20.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 667 | 343 | 324 | 635 | 16.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 667 | 343 | 324 | 635 | 16.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 663 | 353 | 310 | 635 | 14.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 667 | 356 | 311 | 635 | 11.30 |
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