Farringdon Community Academy

A requires improvement academy converter school in Sunderland. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Farringdon Community Academy.

Sunderland, SR33EL Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
53.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.04
English & Maths grade 4+ %
61.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 73.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
10 January 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Allendale Road
Sunderland, SR33EL
Phone
1919171500
Website
fca.northerneducationtrust.org/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
150268
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Allendale Road, Sunderland, SR3 3EL
Website
https://fca.northerneducationtrust.org/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1050 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
675
Free School Meals
42.2% (285 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
5.6% (38 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
87.7%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
37.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
45.9
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.9
English Attainment 8:
11.0
Maths Attainment 8:
9.5
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
12.6
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.9
Ebacc English:
90.1%
Ebacc Entry:
19.1%
Ebacc Humanities:
66.0%
Ebacc Languages:
19.9%
Ebacc Maths:
97.2%
Ebacc Sciences:
92.9%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.04
Progress 8 Range:
-0.28 to 0.20

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
73.0 (+21.0 vs average)
Attainment 8:
45.9 (+6.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
28 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
112
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
675 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Outcomes Focused, Child Centred"

We care passionately about the education and welfare of young people We believe that all young people, irrespective of background or ability will be successful in our Trust We are not and will never be selective. We believe that local schools are for all children We are always inclusive. Our mechanisms to support the most vulnerable child to succeed and overcome barriers to learning are a key aspect of our work Our approach to education recognises that outcomes are paramount and also allows children to gain experiences and values which prepare them fully for life in modern Britain. This includes workplace skills and appropriate advice for future progression We have high expectations of behaviour We adopt the local authority admissions protocol and work closely with them We would always wish to act in such a way that has a positive effect on a neighbouring school or community. We care passionately about children in all schools, not just our own That all employees act with integrity and embrace the value that ‘we are the Trust’ We work regionally and nationally to develop approaches to MAT improvement that influence the wider school-led system

Head Teacher's Message

The Principal emphasises outcomes-focused, child-centred education with a commitment to ensuring every student feels safe, valued and respected, and highlights the importance of enrichment and student opportunities beyond GCSE.

Curriculum Highlights

3:2 curriculum model with three years for Year 7-9 and a highly flexible two-year curriculum for Years 10-11 LIFE curriculum includes Religious Education (RE), Personal, Health, Social and Economic education (PHSE), Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural education (SMSC), Relationship and Sex Education (RSE), Careers Education Information and Guidance (CEIAG) The curriculum emphasises cross-curricular skills and the entitlement to English Baccalaureate Co-curricular activities underpin the curriculum and support wider personal development

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

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