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Whitburn Church of England Academy
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Whitburn Church of England Academy

Sunderland, United Kingdom
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About Whitburn Church of England Academy

Whitburn Church of England Academy is a vibrant and inclusive learning community that fosters academic excellence and spiritual growth in the heart of Sunderland. Our school welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and provides a supportive environment for them to thrive. We aim to inspire our students to reach their full potential and become confident, compassionate, and responsible individuals.

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 147 responses • 12.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

82.3% positive 16.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

89.2% positive 10.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

85.7% positive 12.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

89.1% positive 7.5% negative

My child does well at this school

85.7% positive 12.2% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 147 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
70.9
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

48.8
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.11
Progress 8
Below average
39.3%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
70.1%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

12.4% entered EBacc
9.5% achieved EBacc
201 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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David T
Parent Feb 6, 2025
4.0

"A Great All-Round School"

Whitburn Church of England Academy is a fantastic school that has exceeded our expectations. Our child has thrived in a supportive environment where they feel valued and challenged to reach their full potential. We appreciate the strong emphasis on character development and the opportunities for extracurricular activities.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
E
Emily J
Parent Jan 16, 2025
5.0

"Excellent Support from Staff"

We've been really impressed with the support our child has received from the staff at Whitburn Church of England Academy. The teachers take the time to understand and address any learning difficulties, and the SEN team have been a godsend. We feel confident that our child is getting the best possible education in Sunderland.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5

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