Blackfell Primary School
60%
Capacity
147
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Blackfell Primary School
Blackfell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 147 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Blackfell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Danny Patterson, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7772nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 73 in Sunderland.
Blackfell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 15 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blackfell Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Blackfell Primary School 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Knoulberry, Knoulberry Washington, Washington, Sunderland, NE37 1HA |
| Headteacher | Danny Patterson |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.0% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 246 (60% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7772nd of 13,686
Nationally
414th of 677
In North East
55th of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Knoulberry, Knoulberry Washington, Washington
Sunderland, NE37 1HA
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