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Staindrop Academy
Cleatlam Lane, Staindrop, Darlington, County Durham, DL2 3JU, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
68.3 / 100
Top 32%
Better than 68% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
469
Capacity
675
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
69%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong parent satisfaction rate of 100%, this secondary school offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-16. It boasts a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 45.6, placing it in the top 51% nationally, though only 39% of pupils achieve a grade 5 or above in English and Maths. The school demonstrates a commitment to academic improvement, making it a solid choice for families in County Durham.
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Last inspected: 6 October 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 45.6 | Bottom 49% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 65% | Bottom 49% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 39% | Bottom 36% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 17% | Bottom 25% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 12% | Bottom 25% UK |
Parent View (16 responses)
★★★★★4.3
My child is happy
100%
My child makes good progress
100%
Good range of subjects
100%
I'd recommend this school
100%
School has high expectations
100%
My child feels safe
94%
Progress is communicated
94%
Good range of extra-curricular
88%
Behaviour is good
88%
School keeps me informed
81%
School supports development
81%
School responds to concerns
63%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British95.5%
traveller_irish1.7%
White Other0.6%
Mixed W+Asian0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
Black African0.4%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
Black Other0.2%
Mixed Other0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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54.57752, -1.81197 · DL2 3JU
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN144991
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitestaindropacademy.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Staindrop Academy rated by Ofsted?
Staindrop Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 October 2021.
Is Staindrop Academy a good school?
Staindrop Academy scores 68.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 32% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Staindrop Academy?
Based on 16 Ofsted Parent View responses, Staindrop Academy receives a satisfaction score of 86% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Staindrop Academy in GCSEs?
Staindrop Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 45.6. 65% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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