Park View School
Park View School is a secondary located in County Durham, DH3 3QA. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,622 pupils on roll.
Park View School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: County Durham
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1484
Number of Pupils: 1622
Number of Boys: 864
Number of Girls: 758
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 22.8
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-29
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-02-13
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Finley
Phone: 01913882248
Website: www.parkviewlearning.net
Location: Church Chare
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Park View School
What is the Ofsted rating of Park View School?
Park View School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Park View School admit?
Park View School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Park View School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Park View School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Park View School?
Park View School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Park View School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Park View School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Park View School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Park View School in County Durham. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
