Kepier

URN: 137262 • Houghton le Spring DH4 5BH

Overview

Name
Kepier
URN
137262
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Colin Devlin (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01915128960
Website
Visit
Address
Dairy Lane, Houghton le Spring DH4 5BH

Summary

Kepier School, located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,144 pupils and a capacity of 1,210. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with 36.8% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to catering to diverse needs within the community.

The school prioritises the health and wellbeing of its students through its in-house catering service, led by Chef Manager Gary Herbert. With a focus on fresh, nutritionally balanced meals, Kepier School has earned the “Food for Life” Silver Award, highlighting its commitment to healthy eating practices. The daily free school meal allowance is set at £2.40, ensuring that all students have access to nutritious food.

Kepier School aims to foster a positive learning environment, encouraging academic achievement and personal growth. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of all students, preparing them for future success while promoting a strong sense of community and belonging. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://www.kepier.com.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1210
Pupils
1144
Boys
577
Girls
567
FSM %
36.80
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1144 577 567 1210 36.80
2024-09-11 1147 565 582 1210 35.10
2023-09-11 1082 538 544 1368 32.30
2022-09-11 1082 538 544 1368 32.30
2021-09-11 1065 555 510 1368 30.30
2020-09-11 1016 547 469 1368 26.20

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