Monkwearmouth Academy
Academy converter secondary school in Sunderland (Sunderland).
Location
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We know that success is a shared journey. Our students' achievements are not only the result of their talents and dedication, but also of the strong, collaborative partnerships we build with parents and carers. We value open communication and mutual respect, and we're deeply grateful for the trust our families place in us.
Many of our students are following in the footsteps of siblings and we are proud of the loyalty and lasting relationships this reflects. We offer a rich educational experience, both within and beyond the classroom. From our carefully designed curriculum to an extensive enrichment programme, there is something for everyone at Monkwearmouth.
Whether it's our unique ME Time activities, global trips, our on-site swimming pool and expert coaches, a thriving football academy, or our state-of-the-art performing arts facilities, every student has the opportunity to explore their interests and discover new passions.
As part of Tyne Coast Academy Trust (TCAT), we are proud to belong to a wider educational community committed to collaboration, innovation, and national best practice. This partnership strengthens our ability to remain at the forefront of educational excellence.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Key facts
- URN
- 147532
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Sunderland
- Constituency
- Sunderland Central
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2019
Governing body (12 current, 2 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.1 governor is linked to a profile (all confirmed).
Governors marked “Confirmed same person” have exactly the same forename and surname as the only officer of that name at the school’s own academy trust company on the Companies House register, so we treat them as the same person. The governance record itself comes from DfE.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Julie Davey | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by GB/board | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Iain Buddle | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2025 |
| Mr Paul Brockbanks | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Miss Corinne Kilvington | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Leanne Tyson | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Julie Whitney | Local Governance Professional - Individual Academy or Free SchoolGovernance professional | since 2024 | |
| Mr John Howe | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Karen Selling | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Catherine Enlund | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Ms Christine Braybook-Crake | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2020 · until 2028 |
| Mr Malcolm G Holmes | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Robert Whitelaw Confirmed same person | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Alex King Former | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Fiona Tobin Former | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record