Special schoolData as of May 2026

Portland Academy

Weymouth Road, Chapelgarth, Sunderland, SR3 2NQ

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Pupils

208

Ages

11-19

FSM

63.7%

Capacity

180

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2019

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

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Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Portland Academy

Portland Academy is a secondary school in Sunderland, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). The school has around 208 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Weymouth Road, Sunderland, SR3 2NQ | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Portland Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2025 — Improved significantly
Nov 2019 — Good
Jun 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Portland Academy

What is Portland Academy's Ofsted rating?

Portland Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

Where is Portland Academy located?

Portland Academy is a secondary school in Sunderland, Sunderland (SR3 2NQ).

How many pupils attend Portland Academy?

Portland Academy has around 208 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Portland Academy with other schools?

View Portland Academy'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.