Christ's College
90%
Capacity
778
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Christ's College
Christ's College is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 18. The school has 778 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 860 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ's College "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Normanton, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.68 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 39.9. Additionally, ranked 2819th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 17 in Sunderland.
Christ's College is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 87 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ's College include Tennis Courts, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sixth Form Centre, Astro Turf, Science Labs.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics and 4 more, as well as clubs including Orchestra, DofE, Young Enterprise, Choir and 3 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.9%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Sunderland, Christ's College 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Pennywell Road, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR4 8PG |
| Headteacher | Julie Normanton |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 778 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.9% |
| School Capacity | 778 / 860 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.68)
2819th of 3,141
Nationally
117th of 142
In North East
14th of 17
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed87
140
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ's College
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Pennywell Road, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR4 8PG
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