Hope Wood Academy

URN: 138718 • Durham SR8 3LP

Overview

Name
Hope Wood Academy
URN
138718
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE ASCENT ACADEMIES' TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Adele Pearson-Atkinson (since 2025) , Head of Academy
Telephone
03339991454
Website
Visit
Address
Crawlaw Road, Durham SR8 3LP

Summary

Hope Wood Academy is a mixed academy special converter located in Durham, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 227 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 224. The school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment that fosters lifelong success for its students. With a significant percentage of pupils (64.20%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its community.

The curriculum at Hope Wood Academy is designed to offer a range of learning opportunities that cater to the individual needs of students. Recent initiatives, such as National Careers Week, highlight the school's focus on preparing students for future career paths by engaging them in discussions about various job opportunities and aspirations. The academy also emphasizes the importance of extracurricular activities, as demonstrated by students' participation in regional performances and workshops.

Hope Wood Academy values community involvement and encourages parents and families to contribute to the school's initiatives. The academy regularly communicates important information, such as term dates and training days, through its website and social media channels, ensuring that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's education.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE ASCENT ACADEMIES' TRUST
Capacity
224
Pupils
227
Boys
155
Girls
72
FSM %
64.20
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-09-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 227 155 72 224 64.20
2024-09-11 227 158 69 226 59.80
2023-09-11 216 156 60 218 63.20
2022-09-11 216 156 60 218 63.20
2021-09-11 213 152 61 209 63.50
2020-09-11 208 151 57 209 58.20

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