St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington
Doncaster, DN12 1DL · Doncaster · primary school
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15th 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 — 6.4/10 against 2,685 of them, against 5.6/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 91 | 35% | 3.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils play football and can attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 pupils against a stated capacity of 220. 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 have not yet reached the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington
Overview
The report describes St Mary's Catholic Primary School as a "highly inclusive" institution where pupils feel "valued and supported." Leaders have established an "‘Every Child Can’ culture" with high expectations, resulting in a "calm and purposeful environment" where pupils are "empowered to succeed." The school is praised for its strong attendance, excellent behaviour, and effective support for vulnerable pupils.
Strengths
- Attendance is a "Strong standard," with rates "better than the national average" due to "meticulous analysis" and "targeted interventions."
- Behaviour is "excellent," underpinned by a "highly positive, established whole-school approach" and "embedded routines."
- The curriculum is "ambitious and carefully sequenced," with "high quality-teaching" that is "consistent across the school."
- Inclusion is rated a "Strong standard," with needs identified "quickly and accurately" and "pupil premium funding" used "effectively."
- Personal development is a "Strong standard," with pupils showing "high levels of respect" and understanding "fundamental British values."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "continue to close the achievement gap in reading, writing and mathematics for disadvantaged pupils across all year groups."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders having "established an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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