Westwoodside Church of England Academy
Doncaster, DN9 2DR · North Lincolnshire · primary school
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21st of 54 primary schools in North Lincolnshire we can score, 62 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 the 4,256 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5/10 among them, against 5.5/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westwoodside Church of England Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 19.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5 out of 10 among them, against 5.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 108 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 school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school ensure that all pupils, regardless of background, have equal access to enrichment activities?
What Ofsted said about Westwoodside Church of England Academy
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that aspects of the school’s work “may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection,” triggering a future graded inspection. While pupils enjoy attending and feel safe, significant gaps in learning persist due to unclear curriculum planning and inconsistent assessment. The report highlights that the school’s ambition is “not yet realised” as too many pupils have “gaps in their learning.”
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy school, with “positive relationships between adults and pupils” and a culture where they feel safe and supported.
- Pupils are “well behaved,” move around the school sensibly, and help each other with classwork.
- The school fosters community involvement, with pupils taking on responsibilities and supporting local charities.
- Safeguarding arrangements are “effective,” and pupils understand online safety risks.
- Staff appreciate the support from leaders, and the governing body has an “accurate view of the school.”
Areas to improve
- The school must review curriculum plans to ensure “important knowledge is clearly identified” so pupils can build on prior learning, particularly in the early years.
- Leaders should ensure they “check what pupils have learned” more carefully to correct misconceptions and provide timely challenge or support.
- The school must ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive “effective support that is well matched to their needs.”
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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