George Washington Primary School
URN: 144220 • Washington NE37 1NL
Overview
- Name
- George Washington Primary School
- URN
- 144220
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ailsa Taylor (since 2021) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Laura McArdle, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914906453
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Well Bank Road, Washington NE37 1NL
Summary
George Washington Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Washington, Sunderland, with a current enrolment of 405 pupils and a capacity of 420. Established in 2002, the school boasts excellent facilities, including a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a multi-use games area (MUGA), alongside a large field and a developing forest area for outdoor learning.
The school prioritises a holistic approach to education, recognising that learning occurs both inside and outside the classroom. It offers a diverse curriculum enriched with opportunities for trips, performances, and community engagement. Family involvement is encouraged through open mornings and collaborative projects, fostering a strong connection between the school and the community.
George Washington Primary is part of the Oak Learning Trust, which aims to provide outstanding education and support for staff and students alike. The trust focuses on both academic excellence and a well-rounded curriculum, ensuring that children can thrive in a positive learning environment.
The school prioritises a holistic approach to education, recognising that learning occurs both inside and outside the classroom. It offers a diverse curriculum enriched with opportunities for trips, performances, and community engagement. Family involvement is encouraged through open mornings and collaborative projects, fostering a strong connection between the school and the community.
George Washington Primary is part of the Oak Learning Trust, which aims to provide outstanding education and support for staff and students alike. The trust focuses on both academic excellence and a well-rounded curriculum, ensuring that children can thrive in a positive learning environment.
Useful links
- More about our school (other)
- Visit the Oak Learning Trust website (other)
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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 405
- Boys
- 214
- Girls
- 191
- FSM %
- 41.70
- Open date
- 2017-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-02-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 405 | 214 | 191 | 420 | 41.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 402 | 218 | 184 | 420 | 43.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 400 | 208 | 192 | 420 | 41.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 400 | 208 | 192 | 420 | 41.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 398 | 203 | 195 | 420 | 39.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 392 | 205 | 187 | 420 | 32.40 |
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