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Beacon of Light School
Goodgraded 19/09/2023Ages 13–160 pupilsDoes not apply
Beacon of Light School is a school for pupils aged 13 to 16 in Sunderland. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 19/09/2023, Beacon of Light School was judged Good. Families comparing schools in Sunderland can view Beacon of Light School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Sunderland (SR5 1SN), Beacon of Light School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 19/09/2023
Attendance & staffing
Pupils per teacher5.3England avg 19.6
Teachers with QTS87%England avg 98%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals0.0%England avg 26.3%
English not first language0.0%England avg 18.6%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Sunderland
All schools in Sunderland →Grange Park Primary SchoolGood · 0.2 miRedby AcademyGood · 0.5 miUniversity of Sunderland0.8 miSouthwick Community Primary SchoolGood · 0.6 miSt Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary SchoolGood · 0.7 miDame Dorothy Primary SchoolGood · 0.6 mi
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