Whitburn Village Primary School

URN: 131917 • Sunderland SR6 7NS

Overview

Name
Whitburn Village Primary School
URN
131917
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Burden (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Cleadon Lane, Sunderland SR6 7NS

Summary

Whitburn Village Primary School is a community school located in the picturesque village of Whitburn, Sunderland. With a current enrolment of 236 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 210, reflecting its strong reputation within the local area. The school is committed to providing a safe and inclusive learning environment, where children are supported academically, socially, and emotionally.

The curriculum at Whitburn Village Primary is designed to meet national standards while also reflecting the local heritage and values of the seaside community. The school emphasizes creativity, curiosity, and character development, ensuring that learning is engaging and meaningful. A dedicated team of teachers and support staff work closely with families to foster a caring and respectful atmosphere.

Whitburn Village Primary School promotes core values such as respect, independence, confidence, responsibility, achievement, and lifelong learning. The school encourages pupils to develop a sense of community and pride in their work, preparing them for future challenges in a supportive environment. Admission arrangements are managed by the Tyne and Wear Learning Trust, with a Published Admission Number of 30 for new entrants.

Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
236
Boys
125
Girls
111
FSM %
13.50
Open date
1997-04-01
Close date
2024-10-31
Last Ofsted
2020-02-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 236 125 111 210 13.50
2024-09-11 236 125 111 210 13.50
2023-09-11 236 118 118 210 12.70
2022-09-11 236 118 118 210 12.70
2021-09-11 232 113 119 210 13.70
2020-09-11 232 113 119 210 12.10

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