Durham Sixth Form Centre
URN: 150012 • Durham DH1 1SG
Overview
- Name
- Durham Sixth Form Centre
- URN
- 150012
- Type
- Academy 16-19 converter
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PROVIDENCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 44.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanne Lain (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01913830708
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Providence Row, Durham DH1 1SG
Summary
Durham Sixth Form Centre is a mixed academy for students aged 16-19, located in Durham, County Durham. With a current enrolment of 1,708 students, the centre offers a diverse and vibrant educational environment, drawing students from over sixty secondary schools. The institution prides itself on high expectations and a commitment to academic success, as evidenced by its strong track record in A Level and vocational qualifications.
The curriculum at Durham Sixth Form Centre is extensive, featuring over 30 A Level subjects and nearly 20 vocational qualifications, allowing students to pursue a wide range of interests from sciences to arts and humanities. The courses are taught by specialist staff who are experienced in supporting the educational needs of young adults. Additionally, the centre provides various extracurricular opportunities aimed at developing students' skills and talents.
Support for students is a key focus, with an award-winning Progression Team that assists learners in securing university placements, apprenticeships, or employment after graduation. The centre encourages prospective students and their families to attend Open Events to explore the community and educational offerings firsthand.
The curriculum at Durham Sixth Form Centre is extensive, featuring over 30 A Level subjects and nearly 20 vocational qualifications, allowing students to pursue a wide range of interests from sciences to arts and humanities. The courses are taught by specialist staff who are experienced in supporting the educational needs of young adults. Additionally, the centre provides various extracurricular opportunities aimed at developing students' skills and talents.
Support for students is a key focus, with an award-winning Progression Team that assists learners in securing university placements, apprenticeships, or employment after graduation. The centre encourages prospective students and their families to attend Open Events to explore the community and educational offerings firsthand.
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Nearby alternatives
- Durham Sixth Form Centre (65.2)
- New College Durham (60.2)
- Durham College of Agriculture and Horticulture (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 16 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- PROVIDENCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 2000
- Pupils
- 1708
- Boys
- 655
- Girls
- 1053
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2023-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1708 | 655 | 1053 | 2000 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1619 | 628 | 991 | 2000 | 0.00 |
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