Gurney Pease Academy
URN: 138362 • Darlington DL1 2NG
Overview
- Name
- Gurney Pease Academy
- URN
- 138362
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE EDUCATION VILLAGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Sinclair (since 2025) , Chief Executive
- Telephone
- 01325380790
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Dodsworth Street, Darlington DL1 2NG
Summary
Gurney Pease Academy is a mixed primary school located in Darlington, serving pupils aged 2 to 11 years. As part of the Education Village Academy Trust, the academy emphasizes inclusivity and diversity, aiming to provide exceptional learning experiences for all students. With a current enrolment of 197 pupils and a capacity of 274, the school maintains a supportive environment that values each child's individuality.
The academy's ethos is rooted in excellence, ambition, and teamwork, fostering a nurturing atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. Gurney Pease Academy focuses on delivering a broad curriculum that caters to the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring that all children are prepared for lifelong learning and equipped to contribute positively to their communities.
As part of a collaborative trust, Gurney Pease Academy works closely with families and the wider community to enhance educational opportunities. The school is committed to creating a fair and supportive environment, where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive academically and socially.
The academy's ethos is rooted in excellence, ambition, and teamwork, fostering a nurturing atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. Gurney Pease Academy focuses on delivering a broad curriculum that caters to the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring that all children are prepared for lifelong learning and equipped to contribute positively to their communities.
As part of a collaborative trust, Gurney Pease Academy works closely with families and the wider community to enhance educational opportunities. The school is committed to creating a fair and supportive environment, where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive academically and socially.
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Key details
- LA
- Darlington
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE EDUCATION VILLAGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 274
- Pupils
- 197
- Boys
- 102
- Girls
- 95
- FSM %
- 50.50
- Open date
- 2012-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 197 | 102 | 95 | 274 | 50.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 215 | 119 | 96 | 274 | 51.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 118 | 92 | 274 | 60.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 118 | 92 | 274 | 60.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 220 | 120 | 100 | 274 | 55.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 231 | 120 | 111 | 262 | 39.40 |
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