Valley Road Academy
URN: 144221 • Sunderland SR2 8PL
Overview
- Name
- Valley Road Academy
- URN
- 144221
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- IRIS LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebekah Bowman (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01915002999
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Corporation Road, Sunderland SR2 8PL
Summary
Valley Road Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Sunderland, with a current enrolment of 360 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported. With a strong emphasis on relationships, the academy aims to create a diverse family atmosphere that promotes respect, tolerance, and kindness among students.
The curriculum at Valley Road Academy is designed to be broad, balanced, and ambitious, celebrating local heritage while preparing pupils for future educational journeys. It focuses on developing essential skills such as effective communication, creativity, and personal values, ensuring that children are equipped for the opportunities and responsibilities of life. The school encourages a love for learning and provides numerous extracurricular activities, including clubs and leadership roles, to enhance student engagement.
Valley Road Academy prioritises pupil well-being and strives to create a safe and happy learning environment. The school values strong partnerships with families and actively involves them in the educational process, celebrating achievements and fostering a sense of community.
The curriculum at Valley Road Academy is designed to be broad, balanced, and ambitious, celebrating local heritage while preparing pupils for future educational journeys. It focuses on developing essential skills such as effective communication, creativity, and personal values, ensuring that children are equipped for the opportunities and responsibilities of life. The school encourages a love for learning and provides numerous extracurricular activities, including clubs and leadership roles, to enhance student engagement.
Valley Road Academy prioritises pupil well-being and strives to create a safe and happy learning environment. The school values strong partnerships with families and actively involves them in the educational process, celebrating achievements and fostering a sense of community.
Useful links
- School Jotter 3 (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- IRIS LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 360
- Boys
- 169
- Girls
- 191
- FSM %
- 39.70
- Open date
- 2018-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 360 | 169 | 191 | 420 | 39.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 405 | 204 | 201 | 420 | 40.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 340 | 170 | 170 | 42 | 55.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 340 | 170 | 170 | 420 | 55.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 327 | 157 | 170 | 420 | 60.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 348 | 164 | 184 | 420 | 55.40 |
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