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East Herrington Primary Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

East Herrington Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Sunderland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 471 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

471

Pupils

480

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

East Herrington Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, East Herrington Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sunderland. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Sunderland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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East Herrington Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Balmoral Terrace, East Herrington, Sunderland, SR3 3PR
Local authority
Sunderland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
16.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138331

Other Primary Schools in Sunderland

If East Herrington Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sunderland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — East Herrington Primary Academy

Is East Herrington Primary Academy oversubscribed?

East Herrington Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for East Herrington Primary Academy?

Admission to East Herrington Primary Academy is managed by Sunderland. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does East Herrington Primary Academy cover?

East Herrington Primary Academy is a primary school in Sunderland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for East Herrington Primary Academy?

East Herrington Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.