Whitburn Church of England Academy

Whitburn Church of England Academy is a mixed-gender secondary academy located in the coastal village of Whitburn, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. It serves students aged 11 to 18, with a total enrolment of approximately 1,205 pupils, close to its capacity of 1,265. The academy is set in a suburban environment, offering educational opportunities to the surrounding community with a non-selective admissions policy. As a Church of England institution, it emphasizes a religious character in its educational approach. The school's motto, 'Excellence For All, Education For All,' underscores its commitment to providing quality education to every student. The academy's principal, John Crowe, leads a diverse student body with a slight female majority (641 girls to 564 boys). The school also supports approximately 11.1% of its students through free school meals, indicating a commitment to inclusivity and support for students from varied socio-economic backgrounds.