New College Durham
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About New College Durham
New College Durham is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 16 to 99.
Ofsted has rated New College Durham "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Broadbent, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.25 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 36.3. Additionally, ranked 2132nd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 31 in County Durham.
New College Durham is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 89 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New College Durham include Swimming Pool, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sixth Form Centre, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Rowing, Badminton, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Young Enterprise, Debate, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.1%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in County Durham, New College Durham is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 16 to 99 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Framwellgate Moor Centre, Durham, County Durham, DH1 5ES |
| Headteacher | Andrew Broadbent |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.1% |
| School Capacity | 693 |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.25)
2132nd of 3,141
Nationally
77th of 142
In North East
22nd of 31
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New College Durham
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Framwellgate Moor Centre, Durham
County Durham, DH1 5ES
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