East Rainton Primary School
Houghton le Spring, DH5 9RA · Sunderland · primary school
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19th 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 — 9.1/10 against 2,502 of them, against 8.1/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 28.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
East Rainton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 28.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join an Arts and Crafts after-school club and participate in Art Ambassadors.
Getting in
The published school roll is 101 pupils against a stated capacity of 136. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child involved in the Art Ambassadors group? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about East Rainton Primary School
Overview
East Rainton Primary School continues to be a good school, firmly established at the heart of its local community. Leaders have strengthened the curriculum, ensuring pupils achieve well and develop a strong love for reading and the arts. The school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, with staff managing workload considerations effectively.
Strengths
- Leaders have developed a broad, well-taught curriculum with rich opportunities for pupils to develop artistic, sporting, and musical skills.
- Staff use assessment effectively to identify and address gaps in learning, helping pupils build confidence in subjects like mathematics.
- Significant investment in books and rewards has fostered a strong culture of reading, with older pupils discussing favourite authors confidently.
- Pupils behave well, are tolerant of others, and feel secure in the knowledge that staff will deal with bullying effectively.
- Leaders provide tailored support for pupils with medical needs or SEND, with clear plans reviewed regularly to meet specific targets.
Areas to improve
- Some staff do not place sufficient emphasis on helping pupils recall letters and sounds speedily, hindering reading fluency for those who struggle.
- Provision in the Reception Year does not always enable children to learn the intended curriculum effectively, impacting their readiness for Year 1.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, though the current mix of paper and electronic records increases the risk of information being lost or overlooked.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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