Fulwell Junior School
Sunderland, SR6 9EE · Sunderland · primary school
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5th 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 — 8.5/10 against 4,185 of them, against 8.5/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 93 | 35% | 3.24 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fulwell Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 17.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 (8.5 out of 10 either way). Ofsted inspected the school in June 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 350 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific activities do pupils participate in during the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted framework affect the school’s current improvement plans?
What Ofsted said about Fulwell Junior School
Overview
Fulwell Junior School is described as a "highly aspirational, warm and welcoming" institution where pupils "thrive" and feel a strong sense of belonging. The report highlights that leaders have created a culture where pupils are "exceptionally well prepared for life beyond school," with particular praise for the school’s impact on disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Personal development is rated "Exceptional," with a "transformative programme" including relationships and character education that fosters "remarkable resilience and independence."
- Pupils achieve well across the curriculum, with "secure knowledge" in reading, writing, and mathematics, and outcomes in national tests are "above average."
- Attendance is "above average" for all pupil groups, supported by "rigorous monitoring systems" and a "strong culture of regular attendance."
- The school maintains a "highly inclusive culture" where staff adapt strategies to ensure all pupils access learning alongside their peers.
- Governance is effective, with governors providing "rigorous but meaningful challenge" and making decisions consistently in pupils' best interests.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "continue to refine and embed their identified priorities for improvement" to drive a "transformational impact for all pupils across all areas of school life."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring that concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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