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Carmel College

Darlington, DL3 8RWSecondaryAges 11–18MixedState
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted inspected
5 Good
Oct 2024
Progress 8
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Competition
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Ranking
Not ranked

About Carmel College

Carmel College is one of ten state secondary schools in the Darlington local authority and, according to the most recent Ofsted data, the only one currently rated Outstanding. This places it in a strong position locally, particularly when compared with its nearest peers. The school sits ahead of Hurworth School, Wyvern Academy, and Polam Hall School in the local rankings, and its Roman Catholic character gives it a distinct identity within the area. Headteacher Mel Kane leads a large mixed secondary of 1,365 pupils, spanning ages 11 to 18. The school’s most recent graded inspection, carried out in October 2024, awarded top marks across every category judged: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth-form provision were all rated Outstanding. This is a consistent record, as the school also received an Outstanding overall effectiveness grade in its previous inspection in 2013.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 18 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterRoman Catholic
AddressThe Headlands, Darlington, Darlington, DL3 8RW
HeadteacherMel Kane
Local AuthorityDarlington
Number of Pupils1,365

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

1 Oct 2024
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Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Sixth Form Provision
Outstanding

From September 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade in inspections of state-funded schools.

Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

7
Art StudiosSwimming PoolICT SuiteTheatreAstro TurfMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

13

Sports

BasketballNetballCross CountryDanceTennisAthleticsSwimmingBadminton

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubDuke of EdinburghGardeningDramaArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carmel College

Carmel College has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.