Barmston Village Primary School
Washington, NE38 8JA · Sunderland · primary school
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60th 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 — 4.2/10 against 431 of them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barmston Village Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to help children reach the higher standard in reading?
What Ofsted said about Barmston Village Primary School
Overview
Barmston Village Primary School is described as being “at the heart of the local community,” where pupils are “enthusiastic about coming to school” and “keen to learn.” The report highlights a nurturing environment that prioritises well-being, resulting in positive relationships and high engagement, particularly for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and “broad and rich,” with a strong emphasis on literacy that provides a “foundation for wider learning.”
- Phonics and early reading are “taught well,” with leaders tracking progress carefully to provide “effective” intervention for those not making sufficient progress.
- Personal development is a strength, driven by school values that teach pupils about “tolerance and respect for different faiths, cultures and ways of life.”
- Staff feel “individually valued and supported,” and governors have a “very clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities.”
- Pupils with SEND are identified quickly and receive prompt help, reflected in their “high attendance and engagement.”
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, pupils struggle to recall key knowledge; the school should ensure pupils “regularly revisit what they have learned” to commit it to long-term memory.
- Some pupils lack confidence in mathematics, particularly in problem-solving; leaders should develop the curriculum to help pupils “apply what they know and remember” to work out new concepts.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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
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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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