Grindon Infant School
76%
Capacity
177
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Grindon Infant School
Grindon Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 177 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grindon Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Charlton, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
Grindon Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 35 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grindon Infant School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Grindon Infant 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gleneagles Road, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR4 9QN |
| Headteacher | Andrea Charlton |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.7% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 232 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gleneagles Road, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR4 9QN
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