Hope Valley College

URN: 137350 • Hope Valley S33 6SD

Overview

Name
Hope Valley College
URN
137350
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
38.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Dearden (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
Castleton Road, Hope Valley S33 6SD

Summary

Hope Valley College is a mixed secondary academy located in the picturesque Peak District, serving 588 students with a capacity of 684. The school, which has been part of the Chorus Education Trust since 2019, emphasizes a broad and balanced curriculum designed to inspire and nurture students. The ethos of the college is built on high expectations for learning, attendance, and behaviour, aiming to foster independent and ambitious young people.

The college prioritises individual support, ensuring that each student is known by name, which allows for tailored teaching and guidance. In addition to academic success, the school promotes enrichment activities that broaden students' experiences and strengthen relationships within the community.

Hope Valley College also offers a small post-16 provision, Hope Valley Pathways, for students with specific learning difficulties or special educational needs. The school actively engages with the local community and provides students with opportunities to access one of the top sixth forms in Sheffield, enhancing their educational journey and future prospects.

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Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
684
Pupils
588
Boys
286
Girls
302
FSM %
6.90
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
2019-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-12-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 588 286 302 684 6.90
2024-09-11 588 286 302 684 6.90
2023-09-11 588 286 302 684 6.90
2022-09-11 588 286 302 684 6.90
2021-09-11 588 286 302 684 6.90
2020-09-11 588 286 302 684 6.90

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