Explore other schools in this area
See every school around NE37 3BL on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
Usworth Colliery Primary School
Manor Road, Sulgrave, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE37 3BL, Sunderland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
56.5 / 100
Top 44%
Better than 57% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
356
Capacity
420
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
85%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in key stage 2, where 69% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out in the local area. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 82% recommending the school, although the percentage achieving the higher standard at 6% suggests room for improvement in pushing students to excel further. Overall, it offers a solid educational foundation within a supportive community.
Explore this location
Start from postcode NE37 3BL — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Usworth Colliery Primary School
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 15 January 2020Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 69% | Top 39% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Parent View (17 responses)
★★★★★3.7
My child feels safe
88%
My child is happy
88%
Good range of extra-curricular
82%
My child makes good progress
82%
Good range of subjects
82%
I'd recommend this school
82%
School keeps me informed
77%
School supports development
77%
School has high expectations
77%
Behaviour is good
71%
Progress is communicated
71%
School responds to concerns
65%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British78.1%
Black African14.3%
White Other2.0%
Mixed Other0.8%
Mixed W+Asian0.6%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Black Other0.6%
Other0.6%
Asian Indian0.3%
Location
Loading map…
54.91596, -1.51494 · NE37 3BL
School details
Local authoritySunderland
RegionNorth East
URN108799
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.usworthcolliery.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Usworth Colliery Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Usworth Colliery Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 January 2020.
Is Usworth Colliery Primary School a good school?
Usworth Colliery Primary School scores 56.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 44% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Usworth Colliery Primary School?
Based on 17 Ofsted Parent View responses, Usworth Colliery Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 74% across all parent survey questions.
What are the best schools near NE37 3BL?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near NE37 3BL with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.