Darlington College
| Type | General Further Education and Tertiary / Further education |
| Age Range | 16-99 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Central Park Haughton Road Darlington County Durham DL1 1DR |
| Reference Number | 130656 |
Darlington College has been assessed as a good provider in a recent inspection, highlighting effective leadership and management that ensures educational quality across a variety of programs. The college demonstrates strong relationships with local employers and stakeholders, aiding in meeting community skills needs and preparing learners for the workforce. The facilities, including industry-standard workshops and new technology investments, provide a conducive learning environment. However, there are concerns regarding attendance in GCSE mathematics and ESOL classes, as well as the need to enhance careers guidance for some students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Nov 2022 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Mar 2016 | Monitoring visit |
| 29 Sep 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 22 Jun 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 12 May 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Feb 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Oct 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 02 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Feb 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 24 Jan 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Dec 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 04 Apr 2005 | Inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for student and apprentice behaviour
- Effective leadership and management
- Strong support systems for students including academic and pastoral support
- Industry-standard equipment and facilities
- Timely and effective careers advice for most students
- Effective collaboration with local employers and stakeholders
Areas for Improvement
- Low attendance in some GCSE mathematics and ESOL classes
- Inadequate use of initial assessments to inform apprenticeship training
- Lack of sufficient employer involvement in curriculum planning across all areas
- Inconsistent career guidance for a minority of students
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