Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy
Doncaster, DN3 2PP · Doncaster · primary school
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47th of 88 primary schools in Doncaster we can score, 98 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,899 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9/10 among them, against 4.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 239 pupils against a stated capacity of 218. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to teaching since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy
Overview
Canon Popham C of E Primary Academy continues to be a good school where pupils enjoy coming to learn and feel safe. Leaders have created a broad curriculum, with particular strengths in reading, mathematics, and art, supported by a ‘happy, supportive team’ of staff. However, the report notes that in some foundation subjects, the curriculum does not yet help pupils remember important knowledge consistently well.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘well behaved, polite and eager to talk about what they like about their school’, with bullying described as a ‘rare event’.
- Reading is a high priority, featuring a ‘well sequenced’ phonics programme and effective support for early readers and those with special educational needs.
- Mathematics is a favourite subject for many pupils, who ‘relish their in-depth challenges’ and are encouraged to learn from mistakes.
- The new art and design curriculum is well planned, with staff clearly breaking down important knowledge into small steps.
- Parents are overwhelmingly positive, with the majority recommending the school and praising the ‘caring, professional staff’.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, the curriculum is not supporting pupils to remember important knowledge, causing them to struggle when applying previous learning.
- Leaders should ensure the curriculum is always well sequenced and provide regular opportunities for pupils to review and recall key knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by the school’s Christian ethos, with leaders ensuring correct procedures are followed and staff receiving regular training.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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