St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
URN: 138054 • Sunderland SR2 7JN
Overview
- Name
- St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
- URN
- 138054
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Marie Lanaghan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915658904
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thornhill Terrace, Sunderland SR2 7JN
Summary
St. Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy, located in Sunderland, is a secondary academy for girls aged 11 to 18, established in 1904. Rooted in the Mercy tradition, the school emphasizes the importance of personal development and community values, inspired by the teachings of its foundress, Venerable Catherine McAuley. The academy aims to create an inclusive environment where every student is nurtured and supported in their educational journey.
The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to foster academic achievement and personal growth. In its January 2023 Ofsted inspection, St. Anthony's was rated 'Good' across all categories, with commendations for pupil behaviour, engagement, and the strong culture of safeguarding. The school prides itself on its strong partnership with parents and carers, working collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for students.
With a current enrolment of 1,306 pupils and a capacity of 1,400, St. Anthony's provides a range of enrichment activities that enhance the educational experience and broaden life opportunities for its students. The academy is part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, reinforcing its commitment to high-quality education within a supportive community.
The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to foster academic achievement and personal growth. In its January 2023 Ofsted inspection, St. Anthony's was rated 'Good' across all categories, with commendations for pupil behaviour, engagement, and the strong culture of safeguarding. The school prides itself on its strong partnership with parents and carers, working collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for students.
With a current enrolment of 1,306 pupils and a capacity of 1,400, St. Anthony's provides a range of enrichment activities that enhance the educational experience and broaden life opportunities for its students. The academy is part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, reinforcing its commitment to high-quality education within a supportive community.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- FOI Statement (download)
- St Anthony’s Ofsted Report (download)
- Website Terms (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Whitburn Church of England School (70.2)
- Whitburn Church of England Academy (69.7)
- Southmoor Academy (62.0)
- St Aidan's Catholic Academy (58.4)
- Monkwearmouth Academy (54.8)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1400
- Pupils
- 1306
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 1306
- FSM %
- 21.00
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1306 | 0 | 1306 | 1400 | 21.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1321 | 0 | 1321 | 1400 | 19.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1341 | 0 | 1341 | 1400 | 16.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1341 | 0 | 1341 | 1400 | 16.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1383 | 0 | 1383 | 1359 | 15.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1360 | 0 | 1360 | 1359 | 14.10 |
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