Washington Academy

About Washington Academy

Washington Academy is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 594 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Washington Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Carter, it falls under Sunderland local authority.

In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.99 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 30.9. Additionally, ranked 3016th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 17 in Sunderland.

Washington Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 102 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 98 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Washington Academy include Swimming Pool, Music Rooms, Theatre, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Hockey, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Model UN, Drama, Film Club and 3 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.7%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.

For families exploring secondary schools in Sunderland, Washington 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.

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