Academy 360

URN: 145477 • Sunderland SR4 9BA

Overview

Name
Academy 360
URN
145477
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE LAIDLAW SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Amos (since 2025)
Telephone
01913006506
Website
Visit
Address
Portsmouth Road, Sunderland SR4 9BA

Summary

Academy 360 is a mixed all-through academy located in Pennywell, Sunderland, catering to students from Reception through to Year 11. With a current enrolment of 872 pupils and a capacity of 1,170, the school is committed to fostering high aspirations and removing barriers to education. The ethos of the school centres on developing the whole child, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also grow as leaders within their community.

The curriculum at Academy 360 is designed to provide a broad and inspiring educational experience, combining high-quality teaching with a variety of extracurricular opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, social skills, and independent learning, preparing students for future studies or vocational paths. Additionally, the school has received recognition for its inclusivity and mental health support, highlighting its commitment to student wellbeing.

Academy 360 is actively engaged with the local community, aiming to inspire students to take on leadership roles and contribute positively to society. The school has celebrated recent achievements, including improved Ofsted ratings and excellent GCSE results, reflecting its dedication to educational excellence and student success.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE LAIDLAW SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
1170
Pupils
872
Boys
446
Girls
426
FSM %
63.00
Open date
2018-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 872 446 426 1170 63.00
2024-09-11 901 460 441 1170 63.00
2023-09-11 883 439 444 1170 61.40
2022-09-11 883 439 444 1170 61.40
2021-09-11 877 433 444 1071 58.60
2020-09-11 876 443 433 1071 53.30

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