Edlington Victoria Academy
Doncaster, DN12 1BN · Doncaster · primary school
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16th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.9/10 against 995 of them, against 7.4/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Edlington Victoria Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 10.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego and Forest School clubs, as well as Arts & Crafts and choir. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 288 pupils against a stated capacity of 425. 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
How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the main timetable? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are places allocated for the breakfast and after-school clubs?
What Ofsted said about Edlington Victoria Academy
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work has “improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. Leaders maintain “high expectations” that consistently translate into exceptional pupil achievement and behaviour. The school delivers an “ambitious and skilfully taught” curriculum that prepares pupils well for their next educational stage.
Strengths
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, “achieve exceptionally well” due to a carefully designed curriculum that builds knowledge and vocabulary.
- Behaviour is exemplary, with “‘Wonderful walking’ and ‘marvellous manners’” being commonplace as staff deliberately teach clear expectations from the early years.
- Reading is a “relentless focus,” with staff expertly supporting pupils to become fluent readers and apply phonics knowledge to writing.
- Attendance is “exceptional,” driven by leaders who are “unapologetic and relentless” in removing barriers and working closely with parents.
- The school provides a high-quality offer for broader development, helping pupils develop a “clear moral compass” and aspirations for the future.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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