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Dene Academy

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Dene Academy

Manor Way, Peterlee, SR8 5RL

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Pupils
641
Ages
11-16
FSM
59.8%
Attainment 8
41.3
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
41.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
13.9%
Basics 9-5
33.3%

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
28.1%
EBacc APS
3.40
EBacc 9-5
8.3%
EBacc 9-4
15.6%
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About Dene Academy

Dene Academy is a secondary school in Peterlee, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.3. The school has around 641 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Nov 2023 — Good
  2. May 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Dene Community School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Dene Academy

What is Dene Academy's Ofsted rating?
Dene Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Dene Academy's latest exam results?
Dene Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Dene Academy located?
Dene Academy is a secondary school in Peterlee, County Durham (SR8 5RL).
How many pupils attend Dene Academy?
Dene Academy has around 641 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Dene Academy with other schools?
View Dene 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.