Farringdon Community Academy

URN: 139852 • Sunderland SR3 3EL

Overview

Name
Farringdon Community Academy
URN
139852
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
40.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jordan Bedford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Allendale Road, Sunderland SR3 3EL

Summary

Farringdon Community Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Sunderland, with a current enrolment of 666 students and a capacity of 900. As an academy converter, it operates with a focus on providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. The school aims to foster a sense of community and belonging among its students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential.

The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners, with a commitment to academic excellence and personal development. With 40.40% of its students eligible for free school meals, Farringdon Community Academy prioritises support for disadvantaged pupils, ensuring that all students have access to the resources and guidance they need to succeed.

Farringdon Community Academy is dedicated to building strong relationships with parents and the local community, recognising the importance of collaboration in enhancing student outcomes. The school’s ethos revolves around respect, resilience, and responsibility, preparing students not only for academic success but also for their future roles as active and engaged citizens.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
900
Pupils
666
Boys
345
Girls
321
FSM %
40.40
Open date
2013-07-01
Close date
2023-08-31
Last Ofsted
2023-01-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 666 345 321 900 40.40
2024-09-11 666 345 321 900 40.40
2023-09-11 677 367 310 900 37.40
2022-09-11 677 367 310 900 37.40
2021-09-11 718 399 319 900 35.10
2020-09-11 737 417 320 900 29.30

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