The Best Schools In Sunderland Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 15 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Sunderland. These top schools near Sunderland are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

St Aidan's Catholic Academy

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Our number one ranked school in Sunderland based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Aidan's Catholic Academy.

Pupils
877
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
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Southmoor Academy

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Southmoor Academy is ranked second in Sunderland based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1464
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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3

Whitburn Church of England Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Sunderland based on our authoritative ranking is Whitburn Church of England Academy.

Pupils
1225
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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4

St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Sunderland league table is St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1330
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
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5

Christ's College

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Our number five ranked school in Sunderland based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Christ's College.

Pupils
698
Ages
4 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Free schools

Top 5 best performing schools in Sunderland and their catchment areas in Sunderland ranked by School Guide in 2022

  • St Aidan's Catholic Academy
  • Southmoor Academy
  • Whitburn Church of England Academy
  • St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
  • Christ's College

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