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Hetton Academy

North Road, Hetton-le-Hole, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9JZ

A Good-rated secondary school in Houghton le Spring.

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Pupils

671

Ages

11-16

FSM

43.4%

Attainment 8

51.7

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

51.7

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

28.7%

Basics 9-5

56.9%

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

50.9%

EBacc APS

4.82

EBacc 9-5

31.9%

EBacc 9-4

41.4%

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About Hetton Academy

Hetton Academy is a secondary school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 59 responses), 56% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.7. The school has around 671 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: North Road, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9JZ | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2024 — Good
Sept 2021 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Hetton School)
Jan 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Hetton School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Hetton Academy

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Frequently asked questions about Hetton Academy

What is Hetton Academy's Ofsted rating?

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

What do parents say about Hetton Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 59 responses): 56% of parents would recommend Hetton Academy.

What are Hetton Academy's latest exam results?

Hetton Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.7. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Hetton Academy located?

Hetton Academy is a secondary school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland (DH5 9JZ).

How many pupils attend Hetton Academy?

Hetton Academy has around 671 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Hetton Academy with other schools?

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