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Welcome to Framwellgate School Durham

Welcome to Framwellgate School Durham! I would like to thank you for considering us for what is an important stage in your life. At Framwellgate we are proud of our inclusive environment. Whether you are aiming to go into further education, an apprenticeship or employment we offer a range of courses to suit your needs. Framwellgate School Durham offers an education which is focused around the individual. We pride ourselves on building enrichment opportunities around the students who are studying with us . Each student has an individual study programme and will be given the opportunities to meet their aspirational goals. Students will have intensive support, tutor guidance and advice which provides a clear focus on study.I strongly believe that students succeed when they are willing to assume responsibility for their own learning. All students are assessed at the beginning of their courses to establish the minimum standard of achievement they can expect and then work closely with their tutors to achieve their potential. Self-motivation, self-discipline and the ability to work independently are all key to student success. Our class sizes are small and allow for the very best learning environments, coupled with the rigour and support which will see the sixth form go from strength to strength.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Academies

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,247 Total

No. of Boys

630 (50.5%)

No. of Girls

617 (49.5%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

22.7%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

3.14%

A*/A grades

15.09%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

90%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

3%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:40%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:50%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:N/A
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:N/A
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

58%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

9%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:86%
England:63%

Further education

School:0%
England:4%

Employment

School:19%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:10%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

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Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 13, 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening


Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Oct 24

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Feb 20

Summer

2 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 20 - May 1

Half Term 2

Jun 1 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Christmas

Dec 20 - Jan 5

Spring Half Term

Feb 21 - Mar 2

Easter

Apr 2 - Apr 20

May Day

May 1 - May 5

Summer Half Term

May 22 - Jun 1

Summer

Jul 20 - Sep 1


Alumni Stories

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Amy Washbourne

September 2021

University

I went to FSD Sixth Form and now I am studying for a BA in Education at Newcastle University.

Matthew Rowe

September 2021

Employed

I went to FSD Sixth Form and now I am an Assistant Nutritionist at Glasgow Warriors.

Jessica Ferguson

September 2021

Employed

I went to FSD Sixth Form and now I am Assistant Access Officer at Durham University. I studied Sociology at Durham University.


Enrichment Activities

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The enrichment programme is designed to complement and extend academic studies. It provides opportunities for students to demonstrate qualities and develop skills that will prepare them for their next steps. It consists of a range of accredited qualifications which can enhance university applications as well as allowing students to tailor their academic and personal profiles.

Extended Project
Community/Higher Sports Leaders Award
Sports teams
Music groups
Internships

About School

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityCounty Durham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed