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Sandhill View Academy
Grindon Lane, Thorney Close, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR3 4EN, Sunderland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
42.3 / 100
Bottom 42%
Better than 42% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
760
Capacity
750
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
101%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong parent satisfaction rate of 92%, this school offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-16. While GCSE Attainment 8 is at 38.6, placing it in the top 85% of schools nationally, only 60% of students achieve a grade 4 or higher in English and Maths, which may be a consideration for parents. The school has a relatively low EBacc entry rate of 11%, indicating limited participation in this academic pathway.
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Last inspected: 28 September 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 38.6 | Bottom 15% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 60% | Bottom 33% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 49% | Top 38% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 11% | Bottom 15% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 8% | Bottom 15% UK |
Parent View (38 responses)
★★★★★4.2
School supports development
97%
School has high expectations
97%
Progress is communicated
97%
My child feels safe
95%
My child is happy
95%
My child makes good progress
95%
Good range of subjects
92%
I'd recommend this school
92%
School keeps me informed
90%
Good range of extra-curricular
87%
Behaviour is good
87%
School responds to concerns
55%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.9%
Black African3.9%
Mixed Other1.1%
White Other0.9%
Asian Indian0.8%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Asian Other0.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.1%
Asian Bangladeshi0.1%
Location
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54.88786, -1.42929 · SR3 4EN
School details
Local authoritySunderland
RegionNorth East
URN141986
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Sandhill View Academy rated by Ofsted?
Sandhill View Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 September 2021.
Is Sandhill View Academy a good school?
Sandhill View Academy scores 42.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 42% 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 Sandhill View Academy?
Based on 38 Ofsted Parent View responses, Sandhill View Academy receives a satisfaction score of 85% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Sandhill View Academy in GCSEs?
Sandhill View Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 38.6. 60% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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