Woodham Academy

URN: 138717 • Newton Aycliffe DL5 4AX

Overview

Name
Woodham Academy
URN
138717
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Bell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01325300328
Website
Visit
Address
Washington Crescent, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4AX

Summary

Woodham Academy, located in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, is a mixed secondary academy with an enrolment of 1,027 students and a capacity of 1,100. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where students of all abilities can thrive. With a commitment to high academic standards, experienced teachers employ engaging lessons that often incorporate modern digital media to challenge and inspire students.

The academy has made significant strides in recent years, creating a calm and well-structured atmosphere conducive to learning. The school community actively collaborates to ensure that every student feels supported and encouraged to achieve their best. Recent developments include the construction of new classrooms and specialist spaces, aimed at enhancing the overall learning experience.

Woodham Academy also places importance on community engagement, hosting events such as the Year 6 Open Evening to welcome prospective students and their families. The school’s ethos is centred on personal growth, aiming to help each student become the best version of themselves. For more information, visit their website at [woodham.org.uk](http://www.woodham.org.uk).

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1100
Pupils
1027
Boys
513
Girls
514
FSM %
37.40
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1027 513 514 1100 37.40
2024-09-11 1038 522 516 1100 32.70
2023-09-11 987 520 467 1100 28.00
2022-09-11 987 520 467 1312 28.00
2021-09-11 922 490 432 1312 25.90
2020-09-11 842 457 385 1312 20.90

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