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Wyvern Academy

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Wyvern Academy

Eggleston View, Darlington, DL3 9SH

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
503
Ages
11-16
FSM
45.6%
Attainment 8
37.6
Ofsted
Good
Jun 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
37.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
16.3%
Basics 9-5
24.2%

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
9.5%
EBacc APS
3.26
EBacc 9-5
4.2%
EBacc 9-4
5.3%
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About Wyvern Academy

Wyvern Academy is a secondary school in Darlington, Darlington. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.6. The school has around 503 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Eggleston View, Darlington, DL3 9SH | More schools in Darlington

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jun 2023 — Good
  2. Nov 2019 — Requires improvement
  3. Nov 2015 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Darlington School of Maths and Science)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Wyvern Academy

What is Wyvern Academy's Ofsted rating?
Wyvern Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Wyvern Academy's latest exam results?
Wyvern Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.6. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Wyvern Academy located?
Wyvern Academy is a secondary school in Darlington, Darlington (DL3 9SH).
How many pupils attend Wyvern Academy?
Wyvern Academy has around 503 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Wyvern Academy with other schools?
View Wyvern 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 Darlington.