At Hurworth School, we are proud to be a popular and highly valued part of both our local community and the wider Darlington and North Yorkshire areas.
Northern Arch Learning Partnership is the Admission Authority and is responsible for determining the school’s admission arrangements. The Partnership has determined that all admissions are coordinated by the Local Authority School Admissions Team. Information about the application process, key dates and how to apply can be found on the Darlington Borough Council website.
If you have any questions regarding admissions, please contact the School Admissions Team on 01325 405907 / 01325 405909 or email school.admissions@darlington.gov.uk.
The school’s Published Admission Number (PAN) is 127 students per year group.
Please click here to view the Secondary Admissions Guide for Parents/Carers.
Year 7 Admissions
Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we are committed to supporting you every step of the way.
Throughout the autumn term, we offer a range of opportunities for prospective families to get to know our school community, including our Open Event and Personalised Tours. These events provide the perfect chance to explore our school, meet our dedicated and inspirational staff, and experience first-hand what makes Hurworth School such a special place to learn, grow and succeed.
We look forward to welcoming you and helping you discover how we support every student to achieve excellence with care.
For details of upcoming events, please follow us on social media and keep an eye on our website for the latest information.
In Year Transfer
If you are interested in your child transferring to our school, please get in touch to enquire about place availability and to arrange an appointment for a visit. To find out more about the process, please visit:
http://www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/transfer-of-pupils-between-schools/
Admission Appeals
If we are unable to offer a place at our school, parents/carers have the right to appeal to an Independent Appeals Panel. For further details about the appeals process and timelines please click on the following link: https://www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/appeals/
Deferral Process and Admission Outside of Age Group
Should you wish to enquire about the deferral of a school place or admission outside the usual age group, please contact the Schools Admissions Manager at Darlington Borough Council using the contact details provided above. They will then liaise with Mrs Somerville, Headteacher, to request her views.
