Biddick Primary School
Washington, NE38 7HQ · Sunderland · primary school
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16th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.2/10 against 4,023 of them, against 8.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Biddick Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 15.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art and Craft, Coding, Cookery, Dance, Multi-skills, School choir, and Instrumental tuition clubs, play football, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 285 pupils against a stated capacity of 336. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Multi-skills club? How does the after-school club operate on days with early finishes?
What Ofsted said about Biddick Primary School
Overview
Biddick Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils thrive in this happy school, where staff nurture them to be the best version of themselves and high expectations for learning are consistently met. The school is described as a place where both pupils and staff thrive, supported by a wonderfully supportive culture and dedicated governors.
Strengths
- Pupils behave impeccably, demonstrating respect and excellent attitudes to learning, contributing to the harmony of the school.
- The curriculum is well planned across all subjects, with key knowledge mapped to enable pupils’ understanding to build step by step.
- Reading is prioritised effectively; pupils show a sophisticated understanding of genre and authorial style, with early reading outcomes consistently above national averages.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included, with early identification of needs and successful curriculum adaptations.
- Staff value the school’s investment in their training and development, drawing support from each other to create a strong foundation.
Areas to improve
- Strengthen curriculum development in some subjects to provide more consistent opportunities for pupils to apply knowledge and think deeply, helping more achieve at higher standards.
- Iron out inconsistencies in the early writing curriculum, specifically regarding encoding skills, incorrect letter formation, and the timing of removing writing scaffolds.
Safeguarding
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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