Hermitage Academy

Hermitage Academy: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Hermitage Academy's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Hermitage Academy's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in March 2024, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Hermitage Academy?

Hermitage Academy has 881 pupils on roll.

What ages does Hermitage Academy take?

Hermitage Academy admits pupils aged 11 to 18.

Where is Hermitage Academy located?

Hermitage Academy is located in Chester le Street, DH2 3AD, County Durham.

How do I apply to Hermitage Academy?

Hermitage Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.

What is the largest ethnic background at Hermitage Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 91.5% of pupils at Hermitage Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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