About Parkside Academy

Parkside is an excellent school which prides itself on being consistently one of the most successful schools within County Durham. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do. All staff are dedicated to delivering an exceptional quality of education for each individual student.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs K Armstrong

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.7
Teaching Quality 4.3
Communication 4.7
Student Wellbeing 4.3
Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
51.8
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

42.6
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.01
Progress 8
Above average
32.5%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
59.2%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

20.1% entered EBacc
14.2% achieved EBacc
169 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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Reviews 4

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Anonymous Verified
Student Feb 2, 2026
2.0

"Good building, horrific excuse for a support system."

The school facilities are good for the area, it also has many genuinely good staff.

However the support systems are non existent for 90% of the school, with all attention going to those who do not actually have any problems but instead cause disruption as they are attention seekers that have learnt that is the only way to get it.

Good students are ignored in favor of the disruptors and bullying and more casual problems like derogatory language are horribly managed.
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Emily W Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 20, 2022
5.0

"Excellent facilities and pastoral support"

We've been really impressed with Parkside Academy. The facilities are fantastic, and the staff are so supportive. My child has thrived in their environment, and we feel confident that they're in great hands.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
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Sarah L Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 25, 2022
4.0

"Some great aspects, but room for improvement"

We've had a mixed experience at Parkside Academy. The teaching staff are generally excellent, and the school's commitment to student wellbeing is commendable. However, we've encountered some issues with communication and organisation, which have been frustrating at times.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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James K Unconfirmed
Parent Dec 15, 2021
5.0

"Exceptional education and values"

We sent our three children to Parkside Academy and couldn't be happier with the education they received. The school's focus on values such as aspiration, hard work, and achievement really resonated with us, and we're proud of the young people they've become.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5

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