A good community school school in Sunderland. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Blackfell Primary School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Basic details and characteristics
Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 103.0 | 105.0 |
| 2023 | 104.0 | 106.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.
Interactive performance metrics over time
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 104.0 | 106.0 |
| 2024 | 103.0 | 105.0 |
Overall Trend:
Declining trend (-1.0 per year)
Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-1.0 per year)
Down -1.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Learning together, Growing together"
Blackfell Primary School is not affiliated to any particular religious group.
Welcome from Headteacher Mr Danny Patterson; describes Blackfell as a safe, happy, and inclusive community; highlights partnerships with parents and the five values guiding staff and curriculum; invites families to visit.
The school uses an inclusive approach to SEND, with lessons adapted to individual needs, visual timetables and self-regulation strategies, and Emotion Coaching, supported by the Local Offer and SEND Information Report.
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