Biddick Primary School

URN: 108816 • Washington NE38 7HQ

Overview

Name
Biddick Primary School
URN
108816
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
W Fowler (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914151510
Website
Visit
Address
Kirkham, Washington NE38 7HQ

Summary

Biddick Primary School is a community school located in Washington, Sunderland, catering to a mixed-gender population of 287 pupils, with a capacity of 336. The school prides itself on creating a caring and friendly atmosphere where children feel safe, valued, and motivated to achieve their best. The ethos is built around nurturing strong relationships between staff, students, and parents, fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.

The curriculum at Biddick Primary is designed to promote curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. It provides engaging and memorable experiences that encourage children to explore and develop their talents. The school emphasises the importance of values such as kindness, respect, teamwork, ambition, resilience, and a love of learning, which are integrated into daily school life and reinforced through various initiatives.

Biddick Primary School is committed to supporting all students, including those from vulnerable groups, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create an enriching environment that prepares pupils to become responsible and caring members of their community.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
336
Pupils
287
Boys
149
Girls
138
FSM %
12.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-11-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 287 149 138 336 12.90
2024-09-11 283 150 133 336 7.20
2023-09-11 315 174 141 336 8.30
2022-09-11 315 174 141 336 8.30
2021-09-11 324 168 156 336 10.30
2020-09-11 328 170 158 336 8.60

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