Hylton Red House Nursery School
About Hylton Red House Nursery School
Hylton Red House Nursery School is a state-funded nursery in Sunderland for children aged three to five, currently educating 135 pupils. As a nursery without a published capacity figure, it is difficult to gauge oversubscription directly, but the school’s Outstanding Ofsted rating and its position as one of only five nurseries in the local authority to hold that grade (out of seven total) suggest strong local demand. The school does not report its free school meal (FSM) percentage, so a direct comparison with the national or local average is not possible here. However, its location in Sunderland, a borough with above-average child poverty rates, means the school likely serves a mixed intake. The headteacher, Catherine Barnett, leads a non-denominational setting with no religious character, making it accessible to families of all backgrounds. The school offers nursery provision only, with no boarding, and its pupil count of 135 indicates a reasonably sized early years setting within the community.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2022Latest monitoring visit (6 Oct 2022): School remains Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
5Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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