West Park Academy

URN: 137042 • Darlington DL2 2GF

Overview

Name
West Park Academy
URN
137042
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LINGFIELD EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam Hirst (since 2025)
Telephone
01325380792
Website
Visit
Address
Alderman Leach Drive, Darlington DL2 2GF

Summary

West Park Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Darlington, with a current enrolment of 453 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, where children are encouraged to develop a strong foundation of knowledge across various subjects. The academy places a significant emphasis on the use of knowledge organisers, which provide key facts and vocabulary to aid students in mastering their curriculum topics.

The curriculum at West Park Academy is designed to promote chronological understanding in history and a comprehensive awareness of geography. Students engage with diverse historical narratives and geographical contexts, allowing them to make connections between different time periods and understand their local environment's evolution. This approach not only enhances their academic skills but also encourages critical thinking and personal development.

In addition to the structured curriculum, West Park Academy actively involves parents in their children's learning journey. The school provides resources and suggestions for home activities, enabling parents to support their children's education effectively. This collaborative approach fosters a strong community spirit and reinforces the importance of education both at school and at home.

Key details

LA
Darlington
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
LINGFIELD EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
453
Boys
250
Girls
203
FSM %
14.80
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 453 250 203 420 14.80
2024-09-11 463 259 204 420 17.00
2023-09-11 452 242 210 420 20.30
2022-09-11 452 242 210 420 20.30
2021-09-11 443 231 212 420 21.00
2020-09-11 451 233 218 420 17.50

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