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'Culture within the school is one of high standards and aspiration for all; pupils are happy and feel safe because of exemplary behaviour and understand the importance of the underpinning core values of trust, hard work and fairness woven through every aspect of school life'. Ofsted 2023

Our GCSE results speak for themselves: 2022-23 – Top 10 school in North East for Progress 8 and Attainment (177 secondary schools). Highest performing schools in Sunderland and Washington.

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'All staff are outstanding role models in promoting servant leadership'.

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'Senior leaders have a clear and inspiring vision for prayer and liturgy. They are deeply rooted in faith and are passionate about ensuring that the students at St Aidan’s experience high quality prayerful encounters'.

Here at St Aidan's every individual is encouraged to work hard, fulfilling their God given potential
to pursue their next steps in life, whether it be their choice of University or a high-quality career.

What's happening?

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28th January	11:00 - 11:30	Mass in School Chapel
3rd February	14:15 - 18:15	Year 11 Parents Evening
4th February	11:00 - 11:30	Mass in School Chapel
10th February	14:15 - 18:15	Year 9 Parents Evening
11th February	11:00 - 11:30	Mass in School Chapel

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Fantastic outcomes!

We are very proud to share our latest outcomes for pupils. Once again, they have smashed local and national attainment and progress.

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Scafell Pike 2024

Reaching the top of their mountain! Visualize a group of 40 Year 9 boys embarking on a challenging school trip to climb Scafell Pike and Latrigg Mountain in rainy weather. The boys are determined, with rain gear on, including waterproof jackets, pants, and sturdy hiking boots. The sky is overcast with dark clouds, and raindrops […]

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End of Term – July 2024

As we journey towards the summer holiday we would like to share with you our end of term letter to pupils, parents and carers. End of Term Letter to Parents – July 2024

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Year 5 & 6 Open Day / Night

Do you want the best education for your son? If you want your son to achieve, then this is the place for him to be. On Tuesday 17th September 2024 we are opening our doors to boys in Year 5 and 6 from Sunderland and further afield to come along to see what we have to […]

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City of State Debate

Pupils from Years 7-10 went to Sunderland City Hall on Wednesday 17th April to take part in a lively debate on topics voted on by all schools in Sunderland and led by the Sunderland Youth Council. Topics were Health & Wellbeing, Crime and Safety and Culture Media and Sport. Our pupils displayed exceptional leadership skills […]

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Young Composers Programme

Music Success Harry has successfully secured a place as an apprentice on the Young Composers programme. He was one of just forty from a field of nationwide applications! 40 Apprentices are enrolled onto a series of 9 online Composition Workshops led by the professional composer, Rory Wainwright Johnston. Apprentices will fast-track their skills in composition, […]

Arbor Parent Portal and App - Track school progress

1. Download the Arbor App.
2. Create your password via a browser.
3. Follow achievements, behaviours & corrections, homework and more.

We are now accepting applications for Year 7 September 2025

A small number of places available in Year 9 and 10.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust was established on 1 February 2016.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust

INITIAL TEACHER TRAINING

The schools in our Trust have been delivering school-led training for 18 years and have developed an excellent reputation for success. We have high quality School Direct training opportunities available for aspiring teachers at primary and secondary level.

INITIAL TEACHER TRAINING

Leaders have worked hard to establish a culture of respect within the school, which reaches into the wider community and is valued by students.
CSI June 2023

Behaviour is exemplary because pupils strive to meet adults’ incredibly high expectations.
Ofsted June 2023

Inclusivity is a priority for all at St Aidan’s; the school celebrates the uniqueness of the individual.
CSI June 2023

Overall Attainment 8 (57.3) as well as the English (12.2), mathematics (10.9), EBacc (16.9) and open (17.4) elements were significantly above national and in the highest 20% of all schools in 2022
Inspection Data Summary 2022

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What's happening?

Whats On?

Fantastic outcomes!

Scafell Pike 2024

End of Term – July 2024

Year 5 & 6 Open Day / Night

City of State Debate

Young Composers Programme

Learn more about our academy

Arbor Parent Portal and App - Track school progress

We are now accepting applications for Year 7 September 2025

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust

INITIAL TEACHER TRAINING