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Ofsted Outstanding Schools in Sunderland - 25 Schools

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  • Bernard Gilpin Primary School

    Bernard Gilpin Primary School is an outstanding school located in Sunderland, offering exceptional education and care for students aged 5-11. With a strong focus on individual needs and high expectations from staff, students demonstrate exemplary behaviour and work ethic. The school provides an innovative and accessible curriculum, ensuring every child reaches their full potential. With outstanding Ofsted ratings in all areas, including academics, teaching, and leadership, parents can trust that their child will receive a top-quality education in a supportive and safe environment.
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  • Grange Park Primary School

    Grange Park Primary School is an outstanding primary school located in Sunderland, North East. With a student-teacher ratio of 24:1 and a strong focus on academics, the school provides a nurturing environment for children aged 3-11. The school has an excellent Ofsted rating and consistently achieves high exam results, with 83% of students achieving GCSE grade 4 or higher. With a commitment to diversity and a supportive SEN program, Grange Park Primary School offers a well-rounded education for all students.
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  • Bexhill Academy

    Bexhill Academy is an outstanding primary school located in Sunderland. With an exceptional care and supportive environment, it offers a broad and balanced curriculum, focusing on developing vocabulary and achieving high academic standards. The school has impressive understanding of relationships, health, and well-being, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students.
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  • St Paul's CofE Primary School

    St Paul's CofE Primary School is an outstanding school in Sunderland that provides high-quality education for children aged 4-11. With exceptional teaching and a culture of excellence, the school fosters a positive environment where students thrive academically and personally. The school's strong leadership and effective support for pupils with SEND ensure that every child receives the support and challenge they need. With outstanding exam results and a distinctively Christian ethos, St Paul's CofE Primary School is the ideal choice for parents seeking an exceptional primary education.
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  • Ashbrooke School

    Ashbrooke School is an outstanding all-through school in Sunderland, providing a well-structured curriculum that reinforces learning. With highly effective teaching of reading and a strong culture of safeguarding, pupils at Ashbrooke thrive and attend well. The school offers excellent support for students with special educational needs, including speech, language, communication, autism spectrum disorder, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Although a small number of students have low attendance, the school excels in overall effectiveness and meets independent school standards.
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  • Sunningdale School

    Sunningdale School is an outstanding primary school located in Sunderland, North East. Led by Mr James Waller, the school maintains a strong commitment to every child, providing an exceptional education and support network. With an impressive student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Sunningdale School prioritizes individualized attention and fosters strong relationships between staff and pupils. The school's outstanding Ofsted grading and impressive exam results reflect its dedication to achieving the best outcomes for its students. With comprehensive assessment and tracking systems and a commitment to safeguarding, Sunningdale School offers a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive.
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  • Fulwell Junior School

    Fulwell Junior School is an outstanding primary school located in Sunderland. With a well-designed curriculum and exceptional reading program, students excel academically and become well-rounded citizens. The school has impressive safeguarding arrangements and a strong focus on educating pupils about careers. With outstanding leadership and management, Fulwell Junior School provides a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive.
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  • Fulwell Infant School Academy

    Fulwell Infant School Academy is a primary school in Sunderland that has been providing outstanding education since 2012. With a dedicated team of teachers and excellent leadership, the school ensures rapid progress and high levels of attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics. The friendly and polite students benefit from an imaginative curriculum tailored to meet their needs, with excellent support for disabled pupils and those with special educational needs. Parents can trust that their children will receive a first-rate education in a safe and inclusive environment.
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  • Pennywell Early Years Centre

    Pennywell Early Years Centre is an outstanding local authority nursery school in Sunderland. Led by Mrs Claire Nicholson, the passionate and committed leadership team ensures children make excellent progress. With highly skilled staff, strong relationships are built with both children and parents, providing a safe and enriching learning environment.
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  • Houghton Le Spring Nursery School

    Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is an outstanding local authority nursery school in Sunderland. With a magical learning environment, high-quality teaching, and exceptional leadership, children thrive in this enriching and inclusive setting. The school prioritizes the needs of children with special educational needs and fosters a strong partnership between home and school.
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  • Hylton Red House Nursery School

    Hylton Red House Nursery School is an outstanding local authority nursery school in Sunderland. With a safe and welcoming environment, tailored curriculum, exceptional support for children with special educational needs, and high expectations of students, it is an ideal choice for parents seeking quality early education for their children.
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  • Oxclose Nursery School

    Oxclose Nursery School is an outstanding local authority nursery school in Sunderland. With a warm and supportive environment, children are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The dedicated staff prioritize the well-being of both students and parents, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning experience. With exceptional leadership and teaching, this nursery provides a stimulating and nurturing environment for children aged 2-4 years old.
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  • Mill Hill Childcare

    Mill Hill Childcare is an outstanding nursery school located in Sunderland. With a commitment to putting children first, our dedicated team creates a stimulating and nurturing learning environment. We offer extensive and diverse curriculum, allowing children to become independent, confident, and caring young learners.
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  • B2B Plus Project

    B2B Plus Project is an outstanding nursery in Sunderland, offering high-quality education for children aged 0-5. Led by Tracy Rawding, the dedicated team ensures exceptional personal development, behavior, and attitudes. With a small school size of 17, B2B Plus Project provides a nurturing environment for your child's early years.
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  • Dubmire Daycare

    Dubmire Daycare is an outstanding nursery located in Sunderland. With passionate staff, a clear vision for improvement, and excellent partnerships with parents, children are supported to develop high levels of confidence and independence. Strong links with the host primary school ensure a smooth transition for children.
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  • Kids 1st Ashbrooke

    Kids 1st Ashbrooke is an outstanding nursery in Sunderland, providing high-quality early years education and care for children aged 0.6-5 years. Led by a dedicated manager and highly qualified team, the nursery offers exciting activities and exceptional levels of hygiene. With a focus on personal development and welfare, Kids 1st Ashbrooke gives every child a head start on school preparation.
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  • Houghton Community Nursery School

    Houghton Community Nursery School is an outstanding nursery in Sunderland. With certified teachers, experienced staff, and a focus on individual learning journeys, our aim is to nurture autonomous, compassionate, and responsible young learners. We value each child's needs and provide a stimulating learning environment.
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  • Springboard Nursery

    Springboard Nursery offers outstanding teaching and high-quality care for children aged 2-5. With a dedicated manager, exceptional staff teamwork, and first-class partnerships with parents, the nursery creates a loving environment that encourages curiosity and independence. Located in Sunderland, it provides childcare and early education options, supported by financial aid programs like Care to Learn.
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  • Barnwell Academy

    Barnwell Academy is an outstanding school with a safe, loving, and exciting learning environment. We offer a full curriculum and a variety of extracurricular activities in a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. Our dedicated staff and leadership ensure the highest quality education and personal development for every student.
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  • Pennywell Early Years Centre

    Pennywell Early Years Centre is an outstanding nursery in Sunderland. Established in 2003, it provides exceptional education and personal development for young children. With a focus on quality education, outstanding behavior, and strong leadership, Pennywell is the perfect choice for parents seeking a nurturing and enriching environment.
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Sunderland has 25 ofsted outstanding schools that serve 2,643 students for the school year 2023/24.

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