PrimaryData as of May 2026

Hylton Castle Primary School

Caithness Road, Hylton Castle, Sunderland, SR5 3RE

Community school

Pupils

232

Ages

3-11

FSM

46.3%

Capacity

240

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2012

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

67.0%

Writing

63.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

43.0%

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About Hylton Castle Primary School

Hylton Castle Primary School is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2012 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 43% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 232 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Caithness Road, Sunderland, SR5 3RE | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jul 2022 — School remains Good
Feb 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Hylton Castle Primary School

What is Hylton Castle Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Hylton Castle Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.

What are Hylton Castle Primary School's latest exam results?

Hylton Castle Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 43% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Hylton Castle Primary School located?

Hylton Castle Primary School is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland (SR5 3RE).

How many pupils attend Hylton Castle Primary School?

Hylton Castle Primary School has around 232 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Hylton Castle Primary School with other schools?

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