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Barnwell Academy
Whitefield Estate, Penshaw, DH4 7RT
Academy converter for ages 3–11 in Penshaw. Mixed intake.
Barnwell Academy is a mixed academy primary in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, for children aged 3 to 11, with nursery classes.
It serves around 320 pupils. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2023. The school describes itself as friendly and inclusive, with a full curriculum and a wide range of out-of-school activities. It gives its motto as Learning Together and Having Fun.
Ages 3–11 · Primary
317 pupils · On roll
Academy converter · Mixed