Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy
109%
Capacity
237
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy
Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 218 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Patton, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5870th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 87 in Doncaster.
Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Gardening, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Canon Popham CofE Primary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Balk, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN3 2PP |
| Headteacher | Sharon Patton |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 218 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5870th of 13,686
Nationally
613th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
33rd of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Balk, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN3 2PP
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