Epworth Primary Academy
90%
Capacity
306
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Epworth Primary Academy
Epworth Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 306 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Epworth Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sean Woolley, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1770th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Epworth Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 22 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Epworth Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Epworth Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Epworth 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Birchfield Road, Doncaster, North Lincolnshire, DN9 1DL |
| Headteacher | Sean Woolley |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 341 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1770th of 13,686
Nationally
169th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
6th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
79%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Epworth Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Birchfield Road, Doncaster
North Lincolnshire, DN9 1DL
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