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Staindrop Academy

Cleatlam Lane, Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3JU

A Good-rated secondary school in Darlington.

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
469
Ages
11-16
FSM
29.6%
Attainment 8
45.6
Ofsted
Good
Oct 2021

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
45.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
11.6%
Basics 9-5
38.5%

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
16.7%
EBacc APS
3.64
EBacc 9-5
5.1%
EBacc 9-4
11.5%
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About Staindrop Academy

Staindrop Academy is a secondary school in Darlington, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 16 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.6. The school has around 469 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Cleatlam Lane, Darlington, DL2 3JU | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Oct 2021 — Good
  2. Jun 2017 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Staindrop School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Staindrop Academy

What is Staindrop Academy's Ofsted rating?
Staindrop Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What do parents say about Staindrop Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 16 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Staindrop Academy.
What are Staindrop Academy's latest exam results?
Staindrop Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.6. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Staindrop Academy located?
Staindrop Academy is a secondary school in Darlington, County Durham (DL2 3JU).
How many pupils attend Staindrop Academy?
Staindrop Academy has around 469 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Staindrop Academy with other schools?
View Staindrop 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.