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Biddick Academy

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Biddick Academy

Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AL

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Pupils
1,069
Ages
11-16
FSM
30.8%
Attainment 8
42.5
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
42.5
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
18.0%
Basics 9-5
39.0%

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 (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
46.0%
EBacc APS
3.71
EBacc 9-5
15.5%
EBacc 9-4
23.9%
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About Biddick Academy

Biddick Academy is a secondary school in Washington, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.5. The school has around 1,069 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AL | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Nov 2021 — Good
  2. Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  3. May 2018 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Biddick Academy

What is Biddick Academy's Ofsted rating?
Biddick Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are Biddick Academy's latest exam results?
Biddick Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.5. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Biddick Academy located?
Biddick Academy is a secondary school in Washington, Sunderland (NE38 8AL).
How many pupils attend Biddick Academy?
Biddick Academy has around 1,069 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Biddick Academy with other schools?
View Biddick 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.