Greenfield Academy
Greenfield Academy is a secondary located in County Durham, DL5 7LF. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 671 pupils on roll.
Greenfield Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: County Durham
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 950
Number of Pupils: 671
Number of Boys: 320
Number of Girls: 351
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 49.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-10
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: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2019-10-10
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Keating
Phone: 01325300378
Website: https://greenfieldacademy.org.uk/
Location: Greenfield Way
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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 Greenfield Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Greenfield Academy?
Greenfield Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Greenfield Academy admit?
Greenfield Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Greenfield Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Greenfield Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Greenfield Academy?
Greenfield Academy is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Greenfield Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Greenfield Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Greenfield Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Greenfield Academy in County Durham. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
