King James I Academy Bishop Auckland

URN: 136770 • Bishop Auckland DL14 7JZ

Overview

Name
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
URN
136770
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Whitehead (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01388603388
Website
Visit
Address
South Church Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 7JZ

Summary

King James I Academy, located in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 926 students, slightly below its capacity of 956. The academy is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment, with a significant proportion of students (50.90%) eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to supporting families from diverse backgrounds.

The academy's ethos centres around inspiring students to excel, develop, and respect one another, promoting a culture of appreciation and challenge. King James I Academy offers a broad curriculum designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. The school encourages parental involvement and provides opportunities for individual tours, ensuring that families feel connected to the academy community.

In addition to its educational offerings, King James I Academy has implemented a cashless catering system to streamline meal payments and enhance the dining experience for students. This system not only promotes healthy eating but also ensures that all students, regardless of their financial situation, can access meals discreetly and efficiently. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
956
Pupils
926
Boys
446
Girls
480
FSM %
50.90
Open date
2011-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 926 446 480 956 50.90
2024-09-11 962 455 507 956 47.00
2023-09-11 955 488 467 956 38.50
2022-09-11 955 488 467 956 38.50
2021-09-11 944 483 461 956 38.10
2020-09-11 909 451 458 956 36.20

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