North Durham Academy
URN: 136745 • Stanley DH9 0TW
Overview
- Name
- North Durham Academy
- URN
- 136745
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NEW COLLEGE DURHAM ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Gray (since 2025) , Executive Principal
- Telephone
- 01207292180
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Stanley DH9 0TW
Summary
North Durham Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Stanley, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 976 students and a capacity of 1,700. The academy is committed to providing a supportive and ambitious learning environment, focusing on the educational outcomes of its students. With a significant proportion of pupils (50.70%) eligible for free school meals, the academy aims to cater to a diverse community, ensuring that all students have access to quality education and personal development opportunities.
The curriculum at North Durham Academy is designed to prepare students for both academic success and personal growth. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities alongside its academic programmes, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. The staff is dedicated to placing students at the centre of their learning, providing personalised support to help them achieve their best.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy's ethos. Parents and carers are encouraged to participate in school activities and stay informed through regular newsletters and updates. North Durham Academy strives to create a positive relationship with families, reinforcing the importance of collaboration in supporting students' educational journeys.
The curriculum at North Durham Academy is designed to prepare students for both academic success and personal growth. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities alongside its academic programmes, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. The staff is dedicated to placing students at the centre of their learning, providing personalised support to help them achieve their best.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy's ethos. Parents and carers are encouraged to participate in school activities and stay informed through regular newsletters and updates. North Durham Academy strives to create a positive relationship with families, reinforcing the importance of collaboration in supporting students' educational journeys.
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NEW COLLEGE DURHAM ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1700
- Pupils
- 976
- Boys
- 501
- Girls
- 475
- FSM %
- 50.70
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 976 | 501 | 475 | 1700 | 50.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1000 | 502 | 498 | 1700 | 50.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 993 | 486 | 507 | 1700 | 45.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 993 | 486 | 507 | 1700 | 45.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 985 | 461 | 524 | 1700 | 42.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 934 | 439 | 495 | 1700 | 34.80 |
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