Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College has achieved an outstanding overall effectiveness rating in its first inspection. The college, which serves 1,924 students and is part of the Northern Arch Learning Partnership, has demonstrated exceptional quality across all domains, including education quality, behaviour, and leadership. The college fosters a positive and respectful culture, where students exhibit a strong enthusiasm for learning and receive robust support to build their confidence and resilience. This supportive environment has enabled students to make significant progress, with many achieving high grades and successfully progressing to positive destinations post-education.

Strengths

• High expectations for students' academic progress and behaviour.
• Inclusive curriculum that supports diverse student needs and circumstances.
• Expert teachers who inspire students with their subject knowledge.
• Effective support for students with high needs, ensuring they achieve well.
• Strong focus on developing students' English and mathematics skills.
• Excellent work experience opportunities integrated into the curriculum.
• Effective advice and guidance for students' future pathways.
• High-quality training and development for teachers to enhance teaching practice.

In 2024–25 Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College received £5,753 and spent £5,797 for each of its 1,916 pupils. It ended the year with reserves of £4,922,000 (£2,568 per pupil).

Across all 6 schools of Northern Arch Learning Partnership, income was £6,632 and spending £6,674 per pupil.

Income per pupil

Spending per pupil

Source: Department for Education, Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool. Each year is the one the financial year ends in (2024 is 2023–24). Academy figures include a share of the trust's central services, shared out by pupil numbers, and are rounded to the nearest £1,000. Premises costs were defined differently from 2024, so compare them across that gap with care.

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Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is part of Northern Arch Learning Partnership, which runs 6 schools. The nearest others:

• Mowden Infant School Darlington
• Mowden Junior School Darlington
• The Rydal Academy Darlington
• Longfield Academy Darlington
• Hurworth School Darlington

What is Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2024.

When was Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College last inspected by Ofsted?

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College was last inspected in November 2024.

What age range does Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College cover?

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College for pupils aged 16 to 19.

Where is Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College?

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is at Vane Terrace, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 7AU.