Farringdon Community Academy
URN: 150268 • Sunderland SR3 3EL
Overview
- Name
- Farringdon Community Academy
- URN
- 150268
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jordan Bedford (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01919171500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Allendale Road, Sunderland SR3 3EL
Summary
Farringdon Community Academy, located in Sunderland, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 675 students and a capacity of 1,050. As part of the Northern Education Trust, the academy is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where every student feels valued and respected. The school's ethos centres on being outcomes-focused and child-centred, ensuring that students are well-prepared for life beyond school.
The curriculum at Farringdon Community Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a strong emphasis on academic standards and personal development. The academy offers various enrichment opportunities and support services to help students overcome barriers to learning. Additionally, the school actively engages with parents and the wider community, fostering a collaborative approach to education.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (44.6%), Farringdon Community Academy prioritises inclusivity and support for all learners. The school encourages parental involvement and offers resources to assist families in managing their children's education and online safety. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website or contact the school directly.
The curriculum at Farringdon Community Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a strong emphasis on academic standards and personal development. The academy offers various enrichment opportunities and support services to help students overcome barriers to learning. Additionally, the school actively engages with parents and the wider community, fostering a collaborative approach to education.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (44.6%), Farringdon Community Academy prioritises inclusivity and support for all learners. The school encourages parental involvement and offers resources to assist families in managing their children's education and online safety. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website or contact the school directly.
Useful links
- Home (other)
- About (other)
- Vision & Values (other)
- Welcome from the Chief Executive (other)
- Welcome from the Principal (other)
- [email protected] (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- 01919171500 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Whitburn Church of England School (70.2)
- Whitburn Church of England Academy (69.7)
- St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy (62.1)
- Southmoor Academy (62.0)
- St Aidan's Catholic Academy (58.4)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 675
- Boys
- 343
- Girls
- 332
- FSM %
- 44.60
- Open date
- 2023-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 675 | 343 | 332 | 1050 | 44.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 675 | 339 | 336 | 900 | 41.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 900 |
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