Framwellgate School Durham
URN: 137696 • Durham DH1 5BQ
Overview
- Name
- Framwellgate School Durham
- URN
- 137696
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE EXCEL ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michael Wright (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01913866628
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Newton Drive, Durham DH1 5BQ
Summary
Framwellgate School Durham is a mixed secondary academy located in Durham, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 1,247 pupils and a capacity of 1,330. As an academy converter, the school operates with a degree of autonomy while adhering to the national curriculum. The school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all students, fostering both academic and personal growth.
The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of its students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential. With a focus on high standards and a commitment to excellence, Framwellgate School prioritises the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing students for future challenges.
Framwellgate School also places importance on community engagement and support, with 23.90% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity. The school actively encourages parental involvement and collaboration with local organisations to enhance the educational experience for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.framdurham.com.
The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of its students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential. With a focus on high standards and a commitment to excellence, Framwellgate School prioritises the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing students for future challenges.
Framwellgate School also places importance on community engagement and support, with 23.90% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity. The school actively encourages parental involvement and collaboration with local organisations to enhance the educational experience for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.framdurham.com.
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE EXCEL ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 1330
- Pupils
- 1247
- Boys
- 630
- Girls
- 617
- FSM %
- 23.90
- Open date
- 2011-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-07-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1247 | 630 | 617 | 1330 | 23.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1276 | 641 | 635 | 1330 | 22.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1292 | 647 | 645 | 1330 | 21.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1292 | 647 | 645 | 1330 | 21.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1294 | 667 | 627 | 1330 | 19.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1234 | 645 | 589 | 1273 | 16.90 |
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