Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy
Marcross Drive, Moorside, Sunderland, SR3 2REOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy is a primary school in Sunderland for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 122 schools in Sunderland. It ranks 1st of 41 primary schools in Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in October 2024, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 8 October 2024, report published 18 November 2024
This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 8 October 2024
Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy is aspirational and nurturing. Pupils embody the school's vision of 'With God all things are possible' and strive to do their best. Right from the early years, pupils are welcomed into an ambitious learning atmosphere that fosters their curiosity, critical thinking and personal growth. Pupils thrive both academically and socially. The school's Christian ethos gives pupils daily opportunities to reflect, be thankful and develop a sense of community. Pupils show great enthusiasm for their learning. The school removes barriers to learning for all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils. They benefit from the ambitious curriculum and staff expertise. As a result, pupils achieve exceptionally well. The school has carefully designed a language-rich and stimulating environment in the early years. The experiences and activities promote children's creativity, social skills and emotional development. Children have a phenomenal start to their education in this school. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. The mutual respect they show to each other is evident during lessons and playtimes. Pupils are valued and are constantly motivated to contribute positively to their school and wider community. Staff teach pupils how to keep themselves safe in the local area and when online. Pupils leave the school as confident and well-rounded individuals.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
333 pupils on roll, with places for 330
Schools near Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Herrington Primary Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 81% met the expected standard |
| Mill Hill Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 79% met the expected standard |
| Farringdon Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Hasting Hill Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| New Silksworth Academy Junior | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 51% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- NORTHERN LIGHTS LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sarah Armstrong
- Phone
- 01915947033
- Address
- Marcross Drive, Moorside, Sunderland, SR3 2RE
- Local authority
- Sunderland
- URN
- 137831
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.