The short version
Average GCSE results. 88% capacity.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 43.0 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
43.0
0.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
1%
40.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.36
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
30% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–19
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 659
- Capacity
- 88%
Governance
- Local authority
- County Durham
- Head
- Mr David Cresswell (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Newgate, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8UN
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend Barnard Castle School?
Barnard Castle School currently has 659 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Barnard Castle School take?
Barnard Castle School caters for pupils aged 4 to 19.
Where is Barnard Castle School?
Barnard Castle School is in Barnard Castle, DL12 8UN, in the County Durham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Barnard Castle School have a sixth form?
Yes, Barnard Castle School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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