Whitworth Park Academy

URN: 145564 • Spennymoor DL16 7LN

Overview

Name
Whitworth Park Academy
URN
145564
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ADVANCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stuart Dixon (since 2025)
Telephone
01388824800
Website
Visit
Address
Whitworth Lane, Spennymoor DL16 7LN

Summary

Whitworth Park Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Spennymoor, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 986 students and a capacity of 1,300. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is part of the Advance Learning Partnership, which emphasizes collaboration to enhance educational opportunities. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and the development of social and personal skills.

The academy prides itself on its inclusive approach, supporting all students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds and those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Whitworth Park Academy has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted and is recognized as a 'World-Class School.' The leadership team prioritizes effective professional development for teachers, ensuring high-quality instruction and support for students.

Community values such as kindness, diligence, and respect are central to the school's ethos. The academy fosters a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning, develop mastery in their subjects, and understand their role within the school community. Parents are invited to engage with the school and explore its facilities.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ADVANCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
1300
Pupils
986
Boys
495
Girls
491
FSM %
38.70
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 986 495 491 1300 38.70
2024-09-11 937 479 458 1300 33.80
2023-09-11 793 401 392 1300 29.00
2022-09-11 793 401 392 1300 29.00
2021-09-11 731 363 368 1300 26.30
2020-09-11 744 367 377 1350 22.40

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