Hope Valley College
URN: 147533 • Hope Valley S33 6SD
Overview
- Name
- Hope Valley College
- URN
- 147533
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CHORUS EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Debbie Petts (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01433620555
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Castleton Road, Hope Valley S33 6SD
Summary
Hope Valley College is a mixed secondary academy located in the scenic Peak District, serving 541 students with a capacity of 684. The school, which has been part of the Chorus Education Trust since 2019, emphasizes a comprehensive and inclusive education, aiming to nurture each student's potential. With a strong focus on academic achievement, the curriculum is designed to be broad and ambitious, encouraging students to aspire to high standards in learning, attendance, and behaviour.
The college prides itself on knowing each student by name, allowing for tailored support and expert teaching. In addition to academic pursuits, Hope Valley College values enrichment activities that foster strong relationships and broaden students' horizons. The school also provides access to a local sixth form at Silverdale School, enhancing post-16 opportunities for its students.
Community integration is a key aspect of the college’s ethos, as it attracts students from across Derbyshire and strives to be an active part of the local area. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.
The college prides itself on knowing each student by name, allowing for tailored support and expert teaching. In addition to academic pursuits, Hope Valley College values enrichment activities that foster strong relationships and broaden students' horizons. The school also provides access to a local sixth form at Silverdale School, enhancing post-16 opportunities for its students.
Community integration is a key aspect of the college’s ethos, as it attracts students from across Derbyshire and strives to be an active part of the local area. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.
Nearby alternatives
- Hope Valley College (45.2)
- Hope Valley College (38.0)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CHORUS EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 684
- Pupils
- 541
- Boys
- 295
- Girls
- 246
- FSM %
- 23.80
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 541 | 295 | 246 | 684 | 23.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 542 | 299 | 243 | 684 | 20.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 526 | 271 | 255 | 684 | 12.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 526 | 271 | 255 | 684 | 12.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 540 | 267 | 273 | 684 | 11.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 549 | 274 | 275 | 684 | 7.50 |
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