Town End Academy
109%
Capacity
228
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Town End Academy
Town End Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Town End Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christine Robson, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6644th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 73 in Sunderland.
Town End Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 20 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Town End Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Town End Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, Town End 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Borodin Avenue, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR5 4NX |
| Headteacher | Christine Robson |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.0% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6644th of 13,686
Nationally
349th of 677
In North East
43rd of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
26
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (77% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Town End Academy
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Contact Information
Borodin Avenue, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR5 4NX
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