We aim to prepare all in our care to leave the school fully equipped to meet the challenges they may face, and with a sense of service to their communities. We value our positive relations between staff and pupils and are proud of our friendly and purposeful atmosphere. We have an extremely positive ethos, with very strong pastoral and academic guidance and a real emphasis on learning. We pride ourselves on delivering high class support, care and welfare for all our pupils. This school is, and will always be, fully inclusive and puts the pupils at the very centre of all that we do. We believe that Durham Academy is a happy, safe and enjoyable place to be with a purposeful atmosphere. We also want the school to be at the very heart of the local community and to be the school of choice of all who live here.