Rickleton Primary School
94%
Capacity
453
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Rickleton Primary School
Rickleton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 453 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jan Price, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% 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 842nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 73 in Sunderland.
Rickleton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
Rickleton Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 7 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (90 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rickleton Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Rickleton 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Vigo Lane, Washington, Sunderland, NE38 9EZ |
| Headteacher | Jan Price |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 453 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.7% |
| School Capacity | 453 / 480 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
842nd of 13,686
Nationally
36th of 677
In North East
5th of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
90 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rickleton Primary School
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Contact Information
Vigo Lane, Washington
Sunderland, NE38 9EZ
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