SecondaryData as of May 2026

Oxclose Community Academy

Dilston Close, Oxclose Village, Washington, NE38 0LN

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2024

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

41.7school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

41.7

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

17.0%

Basics 9-5

30.0%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

41.7

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	45.9	46.4
2023/24	40.9	46.4
2024/25	41.7	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	-0.02	0.00
2023/24	-0.37	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

38.0%

EBacc APS

3.51

EBacc 9-5

14.1%

EBacc 9-4

23.5%

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About Oxclose Community Academy

Oxclose Community Academy is a secondary school in Washington, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 112 responses), 65% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.7. The school has around 1,078 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Dilston Close, Washington, NE38 0LN | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2024 — Good
Jan 2020 — School remains Good
Dec 2010 — Good (predecessor: Oxclose Community School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Oxclose Community Academy

What is Oxclose Community Academy's Ofsted rating?

Oxclose Community Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What do parents say about Oxclose Community Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 112 responses): 65% of parents would recommend Oxclose Community Academy.

What are Oxclose Community Academy's latest exam results?

Oxclose Community Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.7. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Oxclose Community Academy located?

Oxclose Community Academy is a secondary school in Washington, Sunderland (NE38 0LN).

How many pupils attend Oxclose Community Academy?

Oxclose Community Academy has around 1,078 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Oxclose Community Academy with other schools?

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