Mill Hill Primary School
102%
Capacity
427
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Mill Hill Primary School
Mill Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 427 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Mill Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Errington, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 952nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 73 in Sunderland.
Mill Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 56 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 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 Mill Hill Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Mill Hill Primary 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Torphin Hill Drive, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR3 2PJ |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Errington |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 427 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.8% |
| School Capacity | 427 / 420 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
952nd of 13,686
Nationally
43rd of 677
In North East
6th of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
83%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Torphin Hill Drive, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR3 2PJ
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