Carmel College
Academy converter secondary school in Darlington (Darlington).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
At Carmel College we strive to have the highest expectations in all that we do, not only preserving our reputation for excellence but also continuously seeking ways to strengthen it.
Our community is centred by our mission in education as a work of love , this brings a common purpose for our teachers who understand the importance they play in shaping the futures and personal formation of our young people. Student teacher relationships are at the centre of our intent as we strive to catch them being good , noticing and celebrating their unique attributes.
We recognise and nuture the character virtues that young people need to contribute to an ever-changing world. In doing so, our aim is give our young people the opportunity to live life to the full and participate in a wealth of enrichment opportunities where they can develop their talents, gain a sense of fulfilment and enjoyment alongside academic success.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
7 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Climbing
- Coding
- Creative Writing
- Minecraft
- Photography
- Stem
- Textiles
Awards
1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Teaching School HubRecognised award
Key facts
- URN
- 137622
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Local authority
- Darlington
- Constituency
- Darlington
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2011
Governing body (9 current, 1 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Kieran Sharp | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Katie Kelly | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Father Kevin Dixon | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Katie Whitehead | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Claire Pullen | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Siobhan McEvoy | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Lisa Thom | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Daniel Grieve | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2022 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
| Ms Mel Kane | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2021 |
| Mr Keld O'Shea Former | Local Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record