PrimaryData as of May 2026

New Penshaw Academy

Langdale Road, New Penshaw, Houghton le Spring, DH4 7HY

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

138

Ages

3-11

FSM

43.8%

Capacity

240

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2019

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

67.0%

Writing

58.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

58.0%

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About New Penshaw Academy

New Penshaw Academy is a primary school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 138 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Langdale Road, Houghton le Spring, DH4 7HY | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2024 — School remains Good
Feb 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about New Penshaw Academy

What is New Penshaw Academy's Ofsted rating?

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

What are New Penshaw Academy's latest exam results?

New Penshaw Academy: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is New Penshaw Academy located?

New Penshaw Academy is a primary school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland (DH4 7HY).

How many pupils attend New Penshaw Academy?

New Penshaw Academy has around 138 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare New Penshaw Academy with other schools?

View New Penshaw 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.