# Hope Wood Academy — Durham, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 2 published reviews

## Contact

- **Address:** Crawlaw Road, Easington Colliery, Peterlee
- **Phone:** +44 3339991454
- **Website:** https://ascenttrust.org/hope-wood/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/durham/hope-wood-academy-14014

## About

Located in the heart of Durham, Hope Wood Academy offers a warm and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive. Our dedicated staff strive to provide exceptional education and support to help each child reach their full potential. We are committed to fostering a love of learning and promoting individual growth.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Sep 2018
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Sep 2018

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — A Real Community Feel: Our daughter has settled in beautifully at Hope Wood Academy, and we love the sense of community that the school fosters. The teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the extracurricular activities on offer have really helped her to discover her passions. *(Oct 2025)*
- **5/5** — Excellent Support for Our Son: We've been truly impressed with the support and care that Hope Wood Academy has provided for our son. The teachers are approachable, and the school's commitment to inclusivity has been invaluable. We feel so lucky to have found this school in Durham! *(May 2025)*

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