City of Sunderland College
URN: 131347 • Sunderland SR3 4AH
Overview
- Name
- City of Sunderland College
- URN
- 131347
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ellen Thinneson (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01915116000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bede Centre, Sunderland SR3 4AH
Summary
City of Sunderland College is a mixed further education institution located in Sunderland, offering a range of courses for students aged 16 and above. The college has received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted in October 2024, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and student support. It is recognized as the top-performing college group in the North East for student achievement, with 100% of students progressing to employment, university, or further study in 2024.
The college provides a diverse curriculum, including A-Levels, vocational courses, T Levels, and apprenticeships, catering to various career aspirations. It also offers adult education courses and specialized programs for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
Sunderland College prides itself on fostering a supportive community, where 97% of students reported feeling safe. The college's focus on bespoke education pathways helps students achieve their personal and professional goals, preparing them for success in their future endeavours.
The college provides a diverse curriculum, including A-Levels, vocational courses, T Levels, and apprenticeships, catering to various career aspirations. It also offers adult education courses and specialized programs for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
Sunderland College prides itself on fostering a supportive community, where 97% of students reported feeling safe. The college's focus on bespoke education pathways helps students achieve their personal and professional goals, preparing them for success in their future endeavours.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Privacy and legal information (governance)
- SEN Local Offer (sen)
- City of Sunderland College, Education Partnership North East, named Na... EPNE has been announced as a national Centre for Excellence in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). (sen)
- Open Events (calendar)
- HE Student Protection Plan (download)
- Employee Privacy Policy (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Monkwearmouth College (37.5)
- Wearside College (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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