Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Doncaster, DN7 5BL · Doncaster · primary school
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27th 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 — 5.4/10 against 2,311 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A higher 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 215 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club sessions?
What Ofsted said about Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes the school as a "beacon of excellence" where staff are "passionate" and inspire pupils to "be their very best." It highlights a "culture of aspiration" where pupils "achieve exceptionally well" and are "extremely well prepared for life in modern Britain."
Strengths
- The "knowledge-rich curriculum" is "broad and ambitious," with pupils showing "deep understanding" and using "subject-specific vocabulary extremely well."
- Pupils "behave exceptionally well," demonstrating "high levels of respect and self-control" and "overwhelmingly positive" attitudes to learning.
- Support for disadvantaged pupils is "highly effective," and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "fully included" and make "excellent progress."
- Reading is prioritised effectively; pupils become "fluent readers" through "repeated reading practice" and "book talk," with gaps identified and addressed quickly.
- Pupils act as "active citizens," engaging in leadership roles and debating "local, national and global issues" with confidence and respect.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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