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The Academy at Shotton Hall

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The Academy at Shotton Hall

Passfield Way, Peterlee, SR8 1AU

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Pupils
1,164
Ages
11-16
FSM
31.9%
Attainment 8
52.1
Ofsted
Outstanding
Jul 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
52.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
23.4%
Basics 9-5
52.1%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
46.9%
EBacc APS
4.50
EBacc 9-5
20.1%
EBacc 9-4
32.0%
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About The Academy at Shotton Hall

The Academy at Shotton Hall is a secondary school in Peterlee, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 52.1. The school has around 1,164 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Passfield Way, Peterlee, SR8 1AU | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Academy at Shotton Hall, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jul 2024 — Outstanding
  2. Jul 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Academy at Shotton Hall

What is The Academy at Shotton Hall's Ofsted rating?
The Academy at Shotton Hall received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are The Academy at Shotton Hall's latest exam results?
The Academy at Shotton Hall: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 52.1. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Academy at Shotton Hall located?
The Academy at Shotton Hall is a secondary school in Peterlee, County Durham (SR8 1AU).
How many pupils attend The Academy at Shotton Hall?
The Academy at Shotton Hall has around 1,164 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Academy at Shotton Hall with other schools?
View The Academy at Shotton Hall's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in County Durham.