Wyvern Academy
URN: 143845 • Darlington DL3 9SH
Overview
- Name
- Wyvern Academy
- URN
- 143845
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- CONSILIUM ACADEMIES
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 41.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Peter Seed (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01325351377
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Eggleston View, Darlington DL3 9SH
Summary
Wyvern Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Darlington, with a current enrolment of 503 students and a capacity of 900. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment that prioritises both academic excellence and personal growth. As a part of the Consilium Trust, Wyvern Academy aims to develop socially responsible citizens through a rich curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities.
In June 2023, Wyvern Academy received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, highlighting the school's commitment to high standards and a positive learning atmosphere. Inspectors noted that students feel happy and safe, and that respectful relationships between staff and students contribute to a conducive learning environment. The school encourages students to embody the attributes of a Professional Learner, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
Under the leadership of Mr. Peter Seed, the academy continues to focus on school improvement and maintaining high academic expectations. The staff are dedicated to supporting each student’s individual needs, ensuring that all pupils are equipped to achieve their potential and transition confidently to the next stages of their education.
In June 2023, Wyvern Academy received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, highlighting the school's commitment to high standards and a positive learning atmosphere. Inspectors noted that students feel happy and safe, and that respectful relationships between staff and students contribute to a conducive learning environment. The school encourages students to embody the attributes of a Professional Learner, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
Under the leadership of Mr. Peter Seed, the academy continues to focus on school improvement and maintaining high academic expectations. The staff are dedicated to supporting each student’s individual needs, ensuring that all pupils are equipped to achieve their potential and transition confidently to the next stages of their education.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Newsletter Volume 913 Oct 2023At Wyvern Academy we understand the importance of sharing information and news with our parents and carers. We regularly publish our Newsletter to ensure you are kept up to date with recent school news. We also would like to (sen)
- Parents' Evenings, Open Evenings & SEND Review Afternoons (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Join the Wyvern Team Inclusion Manager Contract and Working Pattern: 36 hours, Term time plus 5 days Start Date: November 2025 As Inclusion Manager, you will: - Lead and manage an internal inclusion provision to support pupils temporarily withdrawn f (sen)
- Great News – Elliott Wins Gold! We have some fantastic news to share Elliott won gold in the British Judo Northern Area Schools recently! A HUGE Well Done! You have represented Wyvern so well. (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Carmel College (78.9)
- Hurworth School (70.2)
- Longfield Academy of Sport (67.7)
- Hummersknott Academy (60.4)
- Staindrop Academy (55.8)
Key details
- LA
- Darlington
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CONSILIUM ACADEMIES
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 503
- Boys
- 227
- Girls
- 276
- FSM %
- 45.60
- Open date
- 2016-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 503 | 227 | 276 | 900 | 45.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 466 | 215 | 251 | 900 | 43.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 467 | 226 | 241 | 900 | 42.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 467 | 226 | 241 | 900 | 42.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 482 | 250 | 232 | 900 | 39.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 498 | 260 | 238 | 900 | 35.10 |
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