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Woodham Academy

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Woodham Academy

Washington Crescent, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4AX

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Pupils
1,027
Ages
11-16
FSM
37.4%
Attainment 8
48.1
Ofsted
Good
May 2018

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
48.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
22.7%
Basics 9-5
46.2%

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
53.8%
EBacc APS
4.34
EBacc 9-5
28.1%
EBacc 9-4
39.8%
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About Woodham Academy

Woodham Academy is a secondary school in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2018 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.1. The school has around 1,027 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Washington Crescent, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4AX | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Woodham Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Apr 2023 — School remains Good
  2. May 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Woodham Academy

What is Woodham Academy's Ofsted rating?
Woodham Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.
What are Woodham Academy's latest exam results?
Woodham Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.1. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Woodham Academy located?
Woodham Academy is a secondary school in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (DL5 4AX).
How many pupils attend Woodham Academy?
Woodham Academy has around 1,027 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Woodham Academy with other schools?
View Woodham Academy'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.