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What is Highfield Academy's Ofsted rating?

Highfield Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Highfield Academy located?

Highfield Academy is located in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, North East, SR4 0DA.

What age range does Highfield Academy serve?

Highfield Academy serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Highfield Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Highfield Academy

Highfield Academy is a primary academy in Sunderland, North East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Highfield Academy has 70% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 216 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 5.6%, 38% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.2%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected70%Attendance91.8%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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6.9

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Computed from 15 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

Solid54% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Highfield Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 216 pupils
SEN support: 28% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 70% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 28% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 36/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality47/100

Transport access50/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Highfield Academy

At Highfield Academy, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

77% met the expected standard in reading and 77% in maths.

Attendance at Highfield Academy

Highfield Academy has an overall absence rate of 8.2%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Highfield Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Highfield Academy is 5.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Highfield Academy

Highfield Academy has 216 pupils on roll.

38% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

28% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Highfield Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Highfield Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Highfield Academy is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Highfield Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

Ofsted data is shown for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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