Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Primary School
Doncaster, DN5 0RP · Doncaster · primary school
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85th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.0/10 against 2,153 of them, against 2.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 136 pupils against a stated capacity of 160. 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 school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to help children reach the higher standard in reading?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that the school meets the expected standard across most areas, with attendance and behaviour rated at a strong standard. Leaders have established a welcoming culture where pupils feel safe, behave well, and are proud of their school community.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are at a "strong standard," driven by "positive and respectful relationships" and high expectations.
- The curriculum is "carefully designed" and enables pupils to build essential knowledge, with teachers demonstrating "confidence in their subject knowledge."
- Pupils demonstrate "high standards of behaviour," are "polite and courteous," and play harmoniously with peers.
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Staff are "proud to work at the school" and feel valued, supported by effective governance during recent leadership changes.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should refine curriculum implementation so that disadvantaged pupils and those facing barriers to learning "consistently benefit."
- Leaders should develop strategies to evaluate the impact of actions on pupils’ learning with greater "precision."
- Early years staff should consistently use interactions to "move learning forward" rather than just supporting initial progress.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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