Farringdon Academy
98%
Capacity
370
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Farringdon Academy
Farringdon Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 370 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 377 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Farringdon Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire McDermott, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7281st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 73 in Sunderland.
Farringdon Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 47 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
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 Farringdon Academy include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Farringdon 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Archer Road, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR3 3DJ |
| Headteacher | Claire McDermott |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 370 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.4% |
| School Capacity | 370 / 377 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7281st of 13,686
Nationally
389th of 677
In North East
51st of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
62%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
53
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (85% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Archer Road, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR3 3DJ
Journey to School
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