Skerne Park Academy

URN: 139195 • Darlington DL1 5AJ

Overview

Name
Skerne Park Academy
URN
139195
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ADVANCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
36.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clair Gooding (since 2025)
Telephone
01325380831
Website
Visit
Address
Coleridge Gardens, Darlington DL1 5AJ

Summary

Skerne Park Academy is a mixed primary school located in Darlington, with a current enrolment of 266 pupils and a capacity of 420. As an academy sponsor-led institution, the school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. The ethos of the academy emphasizes perseverance, high aspirations, and the importance of a supportive community, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at Skerne Park Academy is designed to ignite pupils' imaginations through engaging and inspiring learning experiences. The school prioritises a holistic approach to education, fostering not only academic skills but also friendships and cultural understanding among students. This commitment to a well-rounded education is complemented by a variety of extra-curricular activities that enrich the school experience.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (59.10%), Skerne Park Academy actively works to support its diverse student body. The school prides itself on being an integral part of the Skerne Park community, encouraging collaboration and involvement from families and local residents.

Key details

LA
Darlington
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ADVANCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
420
Pupils
266
Boys
127
Girls
139
FSM %
59.10
Open date
2013-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 266 127 139 420 59.10
2024-09-11 302 151 151 420 61.20
2023-09-11 325 160 165 367 61.30
2022-09-11 325 160 165 367 61.30
2021-09-11 342 164 178 367 58.30
2020-09-11 355 170 185 367 47.60

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