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Sacriston Academy
Durham·North East·Academy
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PrimaryAcademyAges 3–11Co-edDoes not apply
Sacriston Academy is a primary academy in Durham, 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, Sacriston Academy has 53% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.
The school has 194 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 48.3%, 24% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 7.4%.
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At Sacriston Academy, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.
74% met the expected standard in reading and 74% in maths.
Sacriston Academy has an overall absence rate of 7.4%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Sacriston Academy is 48.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Sacriston Academy has 194 pupils on roll.
24% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Sacriston Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Sacriston Academy is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Sacriston 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 displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
69/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
31/mo
45% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 5.5 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.6
Bus Stops
15
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Other schools in the Durham area
This inspection was 4 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
95%
Child is Happy
72%
Child Feels Safe
74%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.