St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
93%
Capacity
1,306
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming girls from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,306 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 1,400 places).
Ofsted has rated St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Lanaghan, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.09 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 54.2. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, ranked 1314th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 17 in Sunderland.
St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 316 applications for 205 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 217 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 11 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 8 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy include Library, ICT Suite, Science Labs, Dining Hall, Theatre, Astro Turf, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Hockey and 4 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Drama, Coding and 6 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.0%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Sunderland, St Anthony's Girls' Catholic 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Girls |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Thornhill Terrace, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR2 7JN |
| Headteacher | Marie Lanaghan |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 1,306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.0% |
| School Capacity | 1,306 / 1,400 (93% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.09)
1314th of 3,141
Nationally
38th of 142
In North East
4th of 17
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
36.3
'22/23
32.7
'23/24
31.7
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed205
316
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
217 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Thornhill Terrace, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR2 7JN
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