Red House Academy
URN: 135878 • Sunderland SR5 5LN
Overview
- Name
- Red House Academy
- URN
- 135878
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 40.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Tumelty (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01915111930
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rutherglen Road, Sunderland SR5 5LN
Summary
Red House Academy, located in Sunderland, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 445 students, against a capacity of 600. As part of the Northern Education Trust, the academy is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where high expectations are set for both students and staff. The school prioritises student outcomes, ensuring that all decisions are made with the best interests of the children in mind.
The curriculum at Red House Academy is designed to challenge students and help them achieve their full potential. The academy offers a range of enrichment activities, encouraging students to engage in learning beyond the classroom. This holistic approach aims to develop not only academic skills but also personal growth and social responsibility.
With a significant percentage of students (55.70%) eligible for free school meals, Red House Academy is dedicated to overcoming barriers to learning and ensuring that all students feel safe and cared for. The school actively promotes a thriving community atmosphere, where students are encouraged to participate, collaborate, and support one another in their educational journey.
The curriculum at Red House Academy is designed to challenge students and help them achieve their full potential. The academy offers a range of enrichment activities, encouraging students to engage in learning beyond the classroom. This holistic approach aims to develop not only academic skills but also personal growth and social responsibility.
With a significant percentage of students (55.70%) eligible for free school meals, Red House Academy is dedicated to overcoming barriers to learning and ensuring that all students feel safe and cared for. The school actively promotes a thriving community atmosphere, where students are encouraged to participate, collaborate, and support one another in their educational journey.
Useful links
- Home (other)
- End of Term Letter (other)
- About (other)
- Welcome from the Chief Executive (other)
- Welcome from the Principal (other)
- [email protected] (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- 01915111930 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Whitburn Church of England School (70.2)
- Whitburn Church of England Academy (69.7)
- St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy (62.1)
- Southmoor Academy (62.0)
- St Aidan's Catholic Academy (58.4)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 445
- Boys
- 226
- Girls
- 219
- FSM %
- 55.70
- Open date
- 2009-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 445 | 226 | 219 | 600 | 55.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 464 | 227 | 237 | 600 | 54.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 370 | 183 | 187 | 600 | 56.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 370 | 183 | 187 | 600 | 56.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 376 | 194 | 182 | 600 | 55.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 433 | 224 | 209 | 600 | 49.90 |
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