Southmoor Academy

URN: 138103 • Sunderland SR2 7TF

Overview

Name
Southmoor Academy
URN
138103
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ASPIRE NORTH EAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Maw (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01915949991
Website
Visit
Address
Ryhope Road, Sunderland SR2 7TF

Summary

Southmoor Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Sunderland, with a current enrolment of 1,392 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,264. As an academy converter, it operates under the Aspire North East Academy Trust, focusing on providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. The academy's ethos emphasizes personal development, respect, and achievement, fostering a sense of community among students and staff.

The curriculum at Southmoor Academy is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including Art, Business, Computing, and Sciences, alongside vocational courses such as Health and Social Care and Hospitality. The school also provides a robust careers guidance programme to help students navigate their future pathways. Enrichment activities, including clubs and the Combined Cadet Force, enhance the educational experience, promoting essential skills and personal growth.

Support services are integral to Southmoor Academy, with provisions for mental health, special educational needs, and academic assistance. The school prioritises student well-being and safety, ensuring a nurturing environment where all pupils can thrive. For further information, parents can visit the academy's website.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ASPIRE NORTH EAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1264
Pupils
1392
Boys
703
Girls
689
FSM %
32.80
Open date
2012-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1392 703 689 1264 32.80
2024-09-11 1436 729 707 1264 32.30
2023-09-11 1440 707 733 1264 29.70
2022-09-11 1440 707 733 1264 29.70
2021-09-11 1411 677 734 1264 28.30
2020-09-11 1362 648 714 1264 26.90

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