Academy · County Durham

Dene Academy

Secondary
Ages 11–16

Term dates

Academys can set their own term dates. Many follow County Durham council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

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Admissions

Places for Year 7 are applied for through your home council, not the school.

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About and location

Type: Academy
Phase: Secondary
Ages: 11–16
Pupils: 638 (capacity 818)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: ADVANCE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Admissions: Non-selective
Phone: 01915546000
Address: Manor Way, Peterlee, SR8 5RL
Website: deneacademy.org.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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