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Rickleton Primary School

Vigo Lane, Rickleton, Washington, NE38 9EZ

Community school

Pupils

453

Ages

3-11

FSM

9.7%

Capacity

480

Ofsted

Outstanding

Jun 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

96.0%

Writing

93.0%

Maths

96.0%

RWM Combined

89.0%

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About Rickleton Primary School

Rickleton Primary School is a primary school in Washington, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 89% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 453 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Vigo Lane, Washington, NE38 9EZ | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Rickleton Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2025 — Outstanding
Mar 2024 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Sept 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Rickleton Primary School

What is Rickleton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Rickleton Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Rickleton Primary School's latest exam results?

Rickleton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 89% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Rickleton Primary School located?

Rickleton Primary School is a primary school in Washington, Sunderland (NE38 9EZ).

How many pupils attend Rickleton Primary School?

Rickleton Primary School has around 453 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Rickleton Primary School with other schools?

View Rickleton Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Sunderland.