Durham Trinity School & Sports College
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 2-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Dunholme Close Aykley Heads Durham DH1 5WB |
| Phone | 01913864612 |
| Reference Number | 114349 |
Durham Trinity School & Sports College demonstrates a strong commitment to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment for its pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school has successfully maintained its high standards since its previous inspection, with a focus on fostering positive relationships between staff and students, allowing pupils to thrive and feel safe. The curriculum is ambitious and tailored to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring they develop skills necessary for life beyond school, including strong support for independent living and job readiness.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 252 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 71.43%
Girls: 28.57% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 55.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.6% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | Unknown | 7 |
| 2 | 7 | 7 | 14 |
| 3 | 9 | 7 | 16 |
| 4 | 13 | 2 | 15 |
| 5 | 13 | 5 | 18 |
| 6 | 12 | 4 | 16 |
| 7 | 13 | 3 | 16 |
| 8 | 27 | 5 | 32 |
| 9 | 14 | 9 | 23 |
| 10 | 13 | 7 | 20 |
| 11 | 19 | 10 | 29 |
| 12 | 8 | 3 | 11 |
| 13 | 6 | 4 | 10 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 92.9% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| African | 0.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| White, Other | 0.4% |
| White & Asian | 0.4% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Mar 2025 | School inspection |
| 11 Feb 2020 | School inspection |
| 02 Mar 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Feb 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 20 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on nurturing and inclusive environment for all pupils.
- Exceptional support for pupils with SEND, ensuring clear identification and effective management of needs.
- High expectations for student behavior, with excellent management strategies in place.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum that aligns with individual EHC plans.
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics, promoting a love for literature.
- Effective attendance promotion strategies, with good support for families.
- Diverse enrichment opportunities that enhance personal development and life skills.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent teaching of handwriting skills for some pupils at early writing stages.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -5.9 | ||
| Writing | -5.6 | ||
| Maths | -6.1 |
How many students meet the standards
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