The short version
Average GCSE results. 81% capacity.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 43.2 vs national 43.8)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
43.2
0.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
38%
4.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
15%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.20
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
79%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
6%
Employment
Directly into work
6%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
7%
Based on 234 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 18 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
29% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 125 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,341
- Capacity
- 81%
- FSM
- 18%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Northumberland
- Trust
- PELE TRUST
- Head
- Mr James Wilson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksAcademy conversion letter
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Taylor Drive, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2DH
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is The Duchess's Community High School a selective school?
No. The Duchess's Community High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
How many pupils attend The Duchess's Community High School?
The Duchess's Community High School currently has 1,341 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Duchess's Community High School take?
The Duchess's Community High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Duchess's Community High School?
The Duchess's Community High School is in Alnwick, NE66 2DH, in the Northumberland local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Duchess's Community High School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Duchess's Community High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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