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Valley Road Academy

Corporation Road, Hendon, Sunderland, SR2 8PL

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Pupils

360

Ages

2-11

FSM

39.7%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

89.0%

Writing

85.0%

Maths

87.0%

RWM Combined

85.0%

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About Valley Road Academy

Valley Road Academy is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 85% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 360 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Corporation Road, Sunderland, SR2 8PL | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2022 — School remains Good
May 2013 — Good (predecessor: Valley Road Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Valley Road Academy

What is Valley Road Academy's Ofsted rating?

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

What are Valley Road Academy's latest exam results?

Valley Road Academy: KS2 2024/25: 85% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Valley Road Academy located?

Valley Road Academy is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland (SR2 8PL).

How many pupils attend Valley Road Academy?

Valley Road Academy has around 360 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Valley Road Academy with other schools?

View Valley Road 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.