Bexhill Academy
80%
Capacity
361
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Bexhill Academy
Bexhill Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 361 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 453 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gareth Hill, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1198th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 73 in Sunderland.
Bexhill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 41 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Bexhill Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bexhill Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Bexhill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bexhill Road, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR5 4PJ |
| Headteacher | Gareth Hill |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 361 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.2% |
| School Capacity | 361 / 453 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1198th of 13,686
Nationally
63rd of 677
In North East
10th of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
60
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bexhill Academy
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Contact Information
Bexhill Road, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR5 4PJ
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