Burnside Academy Inspires
67%
Capacity
157
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Burnside Academy Inspires
Burnside Academy Inspires is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 157 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burnside Academy Inspires "Good", the school is led by headteacher L Kelly, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9078th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 73 in Sunderland.
Burnside Academy Inspires is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 22 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Burnside Academy Inspires parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burnside Academy Inspires include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Burnside Academy Inspires 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 | Burnside Estate, Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, DH4 5HB |
| Headteacher | L Kelly |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 157 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 157 / 236 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9078th of 13,686
Nationally
475th of 677
In North East
61st of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burnside Academy Inspires
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Contact Information
Burnside Estate, Houghton le Spring
Sunderland, DH4 5HB
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