Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy
96%
Capacity
318
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy
Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 318 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Armstrong, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 325th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 73 in Sunderland.
Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 45 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (105 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Marcross Drive, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR3 2RE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Armstrong |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 318 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.1% |
| School Capacity | 318 / 330 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
325th of 13,686
Nationally
19th of 677
In North East
3rd of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
105 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Marcross Drive, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR3 2RE
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