Washington Academy Catchment Area
Washington Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Washington, Sunderland , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 594 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
594
Pupils
900
Capacity
66%
Fill rate
Requires improvement
Ofsted 2024
Washington Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Washington 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.
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.
Find Sunderland catchment area documents →Washington Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Spout Lane, Washington, NE37 2AA
- Local authority
- Sunderland
- School type
- Academy converter
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 55.7% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 144937
Other Secondary Schools in Washington
If Washington Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Washington are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Washington Academy
Is Washington Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Washington Academy has a capacity of 900 places and currently has 594 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Sunderland.
What is the admissions policy for Washington Academy? ▾
Admission to Washington 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 Washington Academy cover? ▾
Washington Academy is a secondary school in Washington, Sunderland, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Washington Academy? ▾
Washington Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.