Barnwell Academy
URN: 140700 • Houghton le Spring DH4 7RT
Overview
- Name
- Barnwell Academy
- URN
- 140700
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- TYNE AND WEAR LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kristopher Sadler (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915844440
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whitefield Estate, Houghton le Spring DH4 7RT
Summary
Barnwell Academy, located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 317 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is dedicated to providing a secure and inclusive learning environment where every child can reach their full potential. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mr. K Sadler, Barnwell Academy offers a comprehensive curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities.
In addition to its primary education, Barnwell Academy features Barnwell Daycare, which provides childcare for children aged 0 to 5 years. The daycare is registered as an 'Outstanding' provider by Ofsted and offers flexible care options, including full-day and half-day sessions, with an emphasis on creating a stimulating environment for early learning. Families may also access wrap-around care and holiday childcare services.
With a focus on community support, Barnwell Academy is committed to inclusivity, offering various funding options for eligible families to assist with childcare costs. The school aims to foster a strong sense of belonging and support for all its students and their families.
In addition to its primary education, Barnwell Academy features Barnwell Daycare, which provides childcare for children aged 0 to 5 years. The daycare is registered as an 'Outstanding' provider by Ofsted and offers flexible care options, including full-day and half-day sessions, with an emphasis on creating a stimulating environment for early learning. Families may also access wrap-around care and holiday childcare services.
With a focus on community support, Barnwell Academy is committed to inclusivity, offering various funding options for eligible families to assist with childcare costs. The school aims to foster a strong sense of belonging and support for all its students and their families.
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Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- TYNE AND WEAR LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 317
- Boys
- 167
- Girls
- 150
- FSM %
- 20.40
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 317 | 167 | 150 | 210 | 20.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 271 | 140 | 131 | 210 | 20.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 281 | 154 | 127 | 210 | 23.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 281 | 154 | 127 | 210 | 23.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 264 | 138 | 126 | 210 | 22.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 283 | 153 | 130 | 210 | 20.20 |
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