The Best Schools In Sunderland Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 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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✔ Compare all schools in Sunderland and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy

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

Pupils
1321
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
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2

Southmoor Academy

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

Pupils
1436
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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3

St Aidan's Catholic Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Sunderland based on our authoritative ranking is St Aidan's Catholic Academy.

Pupils
943
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
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4

Whitburn Church of England Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Sunderland league table is Whitburn Church of England Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1239
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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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
761
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 2025

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

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