Academy · Darlington

The Rydal Academy

Primary
Ages 2–11

Term dates

Academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Darlington 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 Reception and junior school are applied for through your home council, not the school.

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About and location

Type: Academy
Phase: Primary
Ages: 2–11
Pupils: 584 (capacity 630)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: NORTHERN ARCH LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Admissions: Non-selective
Phone: 01325380784
Address: Rydal Road, Darlington, DL1 4BH
Website: rydal.nalp.org.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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