New Penshaw Academy
57%
Capacity
138
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About New Penshaw Academy
New Penshaw Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 138 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Penshaw Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Johnson, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6116th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 73 in Sunderland.
New Penshaw Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Penshaw Academy include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Tennis, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, New Penshaw 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 | Langdale Road, Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, DH4 7HY |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Johnson |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 138 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.8% |
| School Capacity | 138 / 240 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6116th of 13,686
Nationally
321st of 677
In North East
40th of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
65%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Langdale Road, Houghton le Spring
Sunderland, DH4 7HY
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