Albany Village Primary School
Washington, NE37 1UA · Sunderland · primary school
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43rd of 73 primary schools in Sunderland we can score, 81 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.5/10 against 1,246 of them, against 5.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Albany Village Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 14.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Albany Village Primary School
Overview
Albany Village Primary School continues to be a good school, described as “friendly and inclusive” where pupils are “happy and safe.” Leaders have successfully improved staff morale and developed an “ambitious curriculum” that prioritises both academic success and pastoral care.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, are “kind and considerate,” and benefit from a supportive environment where bullying is rare.
- Reading is a particular strength, with a “well taught” phonics programme and a “love of reading throughout the school.”
- Mathematics teaching is effective, with staff using clear explanations and regular opportunities to revisit previous learning.
- There are “clear systems in place” for the early identification and support of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Governors “fully support and challenge leaders,” contributing to a strong team ethos and high staff confidence.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, activities do not always focus on the most important knowledge, preventing pupils from recalling key information.
- Assessment in some wider curriculum subjects is insufficient, meaning teachers do not always identify gaps in pupils’ understanding to plan future learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong culture of safeguarding” where staff are vigilant, receive regular training, and report concerns swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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