Fatfield Academy
URN: 142997 • Washington NE38 8RB
Overview
- Name
- Fatfield Academy
- URN
- 142997
- 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
- 57.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicky Dowdle (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914166728
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Southcroft, Washington NE38 8RB
Summary
Fatfield Academy, located in Washington, Sunderland, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 228 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 240. The school is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where children are encouraged to take risks and embrace challenges. The ethos of the academy focuses on fostering independence and resilience, ensuring that every child feels valued and inspired to achieve their aspirations.
The curriculum at Fatfield Academy is designed to provide a rich array of experiences that develop both knowledge and skills. The school places a strong emphasis on lifelong learning, aiming to equip students with the tools they need to succeed in their future endeavours. Additionally, the academy prioritises the well-being of all students, with particular attention given to those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
As part of the Inspire Multi Academy Trust, Fatfield Academy fosters a strong sense of community, where parents and staff work collaboratively to support each child's educational journey. The school values open communication and actively engages with families to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all students.
The curriculum at Fatfield Academy is designed to provide a rich array of experiences that develop both knowledge and skills. The school places a strong emphasis on lifelong learning, aiming to equip students with the tools they need to succeed in their future endeavours. Additionally, the academy prioritises the well-being of all students, with particular attention given to those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
As part of the Inspire Multi Academy Trust, Fatfield Academy fosters a strong sense of community, where parents and staff work collaboratively to support each child's educational journey. The school values open communication and actively engages with families to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Rickleton Primary School (69.5)
- John F Kennedy Primary School (66.7)
- John F Kennedy Primary School (65.4)
- Biddick Primary School (64.9)
- George Washington Primary School (64.7)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- INSPIRE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 228
- Boys
- 111
- Girls
- 117
- FSM %
- 18.20
- Open date
- 2016-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 228 | 111 | 117 | 240 | 18.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 240 | 15.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 115 | 95 | 240 | 18.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 115 | 95 | 240 | 18.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 230 | 127 | 103 | 210 | 17.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 222 | 122 | 100 | 210 | 18.60 |
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