Burnside Academy Inspires
URN: 142996 • Houghton le Spring DH4 5HB
Overview
- Name
- Burnside Academy Inspires
- URN
- 142996
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- INSPIRE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- L Kelly (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915120466
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Burnside Estate, Houghton le Spring DH4 5HB
Summary
Burnside Academy Inspires is a mixed primary academy located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, with a current enrolment of 157 pupils and a capacity of 236. The school operates under the Inspire Multi Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for all students. With a focus on individual development, Burnside Academy aims to ensure that every child feels valued and respected, promoting a culture of mutual trust among students, staff, and families.
The curriculum at Burnside Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging children to become independent thinkers and lifelong learners. The school places a strong emphasis on inspiring teaching and aims to develop essential skills such as communication, resilience, and respect. Additionally, the academy offers various extracurricular activities, including swimming sessions for Year 6 students, to enhance the overall educational experience.
Burnside Academy also prioritises community involvement and collaboration, working closely with families to make a positive difference in the lives of children. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (45.90%), the school is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its community and ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive.
The curriculum at Burnside Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging children to become independent thinkers and lifelong learners. The school places a strong emphasis on inspiring teaching and aims to develop essential skills such as communication, resilience, and respect. Additionally, the academy offers various extracurricular activities, including swimming sessions for Year 6 students, to enhance the overall educational experience.
Burnside Academy also prioritises community involvement and collaboration, working closely with families to make a positive difference in the lives of children. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (45.90%), the school is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its community and ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive.
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Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- INSPIRE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 157
- Boys
- 66
- Girls
- 91
- FSM %
- 45.90
- Open date
- 2016-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 157 | 66 | 91 | 236 | 45.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 149 | 64 | 85 | 236 | 40.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 145 | 60 | 85 | 240 | 45.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 145 | 60 | 85 | 240 | 45.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 179 | 68 | 111 | 210 | 47.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 169 | 73 | 96 | 210 | 44.60 |
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