Hudson Road Primary School
Sunderland, SR1 2AH · Sunderland · primary school
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34th 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 — 7.8/10 against 1,921 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hudson Road Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 345 pupils against a stated capacity of 367. 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 not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Hudson Road Primary School
Overview
Hudson Road Primary School is described as a welcoming environment where pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, thrive. The report highlights a well-structured curriculum and exceptional behaviour, noting that leaders are ambitious for all pupils to achieve well.
Strengths
- Behaviour and attitudes are “exceptional,” with pupils showing “positive attitudes toward their learning” and treating each other with respect.
- The curriculum is “well-structured,” with oracy woven throughout to ensure pupils learn the necessary language, supported by clear vocabulary modelling and “memory jogger” activities.
- Early years provision is outstanding, giving children an “excellent start to school” where they quickly learn routines and manage their feelings well.
- Staff are skilled at supporting pupils who join mid-year without speaking English, ensuring they can “access the full curriculum” through prompt assessment and effective phonics teaching.
- Leaders have forged “strong links with parents and carers,” and governors provide effective support and challenge to ensure actions benefit all pupils.
Areas to improve
- Support plans for some pupils with special educational needs and disabilities do not identify “small steps” precisely enough, making it difficult to track progress and understand the support received.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being well trained, understanding reporting procedures, and responding promptly to concerns while working closely with external partners.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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