Hasting Hill Academy
66%
Capacity
230
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Hasting Hill Academy
Hasting Hill Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hasting Hill Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Walton, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6774th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 73 in Sunderland.
Hasting Hill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Hasting Hill Academy has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 2 parents).
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 Hasting Hill Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Hasting Hill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tilbury Road, Bexhill Academy, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR3 4LY |
| Headteacher | Ruth Walton |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.9% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 350 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6774th of 13,686
Nationally
365th of 677
In North East
46th of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
63%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
41
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tilbury Road, Bexhill Academy, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR3 4LY
Tilbury Road, Bexhill Academy, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR3 4LY
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