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Highfield Academy

Fordfield Road, Ford Estate, Sunderland, SR4 0DA

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Pupils

446

Ages

2-11

FSM

50.8%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

84.0%

Writing

84.0%

Maths

82.0%

RWM Combined

82.0%

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About Highfield Academy

Highfield Academy is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 82% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 446 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Fordfield Road, Sunderland, SR4 0DA | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2022 — School remains Good
Apr 2013 — Good (predecessor: Highfield Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Highfield Academy

What is Highfield Academy's Ofsted rating?

Highfield Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Highfield Academy's latest exam results?

Highfield Academy: KS2 2024/25: 82% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Highfield Academy located?

Highfield Academy is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland (SR4 0DA).

How many pupils attend Highfield Academy?

Highfield Academy has around 446 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Highfield Academy with other schools?

View Highfield 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.