XP School
Doncaster, DN4 5NG · Doncaster · secondary school
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14th of 20 secondary schools in Doncaster we can score. 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 — 5.6/10 against 648 of them, against 4.1/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 43.8 · 47 | 30% | 1.40 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.12 · 41 | 25% | 1.03 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 40.4 · 22 | 10% | 0.22 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
XP School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 28.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 39.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.12 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Duke of Edinburgh, Digital leaders, Ambassadors, and Student voice clubs, take music lessons, and go on Outward Bound and expedition trips.
Getting in
The published school roll is 246 pupils against a stated capacity of 250. 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 to close the gap between their current attainment and the national median? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher grades in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about XP School
Overview
XP School is judged as ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ ratings for behaviour and attitudes and personal development. The school employs a unique ‘expedition’-based curriculum that pupils value, though leaders have recently refined teaching methods to address knowledge gaps in older pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘exceptionally high levels of self-control and maturity’, with staff ensuring a safe environment where bullying is not tolerated.
- The ‘ambitious curriculum’ allows pupils to connect learning across subjects, supported by ‘fieldwork’ and expert engagement that extends experiences for all, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- Personal development is ‘exemplary’, with ‘crew sessions’ teaching equality and diversity, alongside well-planned careers guidance and character-building programmes.
- Staff have ‘high expectations’ of pupils, who show resilience and take responsibility for their actions through peer ‘pledges’.
- Leaders accurately identify and meet the needs of pupils with SEND, ensuring they access the same broad curriculum as their peers.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must continue implementing plans to address knowledge gaps in older pupils, particularly by introducing subject-specific learning in mathematics and science to ensure better progress by the end of Year 11.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with well-trained staff who know how to report concerns and keep detailed records, while pupils know how to keep themselves safe.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 44.9 |
| 2024/25 | 39.8 |
| 2025/26 | 40.4 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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