Biddick Academy
Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AL
OPENSECONDARYAGES 11-16MIXEDOFSTED · GOOD
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Profile
TypeAcademy converter
HeadteacherMiss Kate Morris
PhaseSecondary
Local authoritySunderland
Pupils on roll1,002
RegionNorth East
Capacity1,100
ConstituencyWashington and Gateshead South
AdmissionsNon-selective
WardWashington Central
Religious characterDoes not apply
Opened01-07-2013
GenderMixed
PostcodeNE38 8AL
URN139839
Ofsted · S5 Inspection · 2026-03-10
Ex
Quality of education
St
Behaviour & attitudes
St
Personal development
St
Leadership & management
No
Early years
No
Sixth form
O Outstanding
G Good
RI Requires improvement
I Inadequate
| Date | Type | Overall |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-10 | S5 Inspection | |
| 2021-11-17 | Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 2 | Good |
Trust
Member of North East Learning Trust - school sponsor, joined 01/07/2024.
Member of NORTH EAST LEARNING TRUST - multi-academy trust, joined 01/07/2024. Incorporated at Companies House as 07492165 → ltds.uk ↗
Governing body · 7 governors
| Governor | First appointed | Term ends | Tenure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Amanda MoonChair of Local Governing Body | 25 Oct 2024 | 31 Aug 2029 | 2y | ACTIVE |
| Miss Alexandra HookLocal Governor | 25 Oct 2024 | 31 Aug 2029 | 2y | ACTIVE |
| Miss Kate MorrisLocal Governor | 1 Jul 2024 | 2y | ||
| Mrs Daniella Moscardini-BaharieLocal Governor | 14 Jan 2026 | 14 Jan 2030 | 10m | ACTIVE |
| Mrs Louise O'CarrollLocal Governor | 25 Oct 2024 | 31 Aug 2026 | 2y | LAPSED |
| Ms Anna WalshawLocal Governor | 14 Jan 2026 | 14 Jan 2030 | 10m | ACTIVE |
| Mrs Lesley WearmouthLocal Governor | 1 Sep 2026 | 31 Aug 2029 | 2m | ACTIVE |
History · 1 linked schools
| Linked school | Relationship | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Biddick School Sports College 108866 | Predecessor | 01-07-2013 |