Owston Park Primary Academy
Doncaster, DN6 8PU · Doncaster · primary school
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73rd 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 — 1.9/10 against 2,131 of them, against 2.0/10 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 40% | 0.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Owston Park Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (1.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 445 pupils against a stated capacity of 560. 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 not reaching the expected standard in maths? What specific interventions are in place to raise attainment from the current 49.0%? How does the school monitor progress for the small number of pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Owston Park Primary Academy
Overview
Leaders have created a strong sense of community where pupils are proud and excited to share information about their school. The curriculum is ambitious and carefully sequenced, ensuring children get off to a good start with a particular emphasis on reading and early years provision.
Strengths
- Teachers deliver the curriculum with clarity and use assessment well to identify and address gaps in knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included, with teachers making necessary adaptations for them to learn alongside peers.
- A culture of reading is established from Nursery, with staff trained to deliver phonics with precision and extra sessions planned for those needing support.
- The early years curriculum has very clear end points, featuring inclusive learning opportunities such as ‘forest Fridays’ for outdoor immersion.
- Leaders focus on mental health and life skills, providing pupils with yoga, mindfulness, and lessons on budgeting and staying safe.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all staff share the same high expectations of behaviour and apply the whole school approach to managing conduct consistently, as a small number of pupils sometimes disrupt learning.
- Senior leaders should ensure assessment systems are fully established in all curriculum subjects so that gaps in knowledge are accurately identified and future work is adapted accordingly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and remaining vigilant in keeping pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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