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Intake Primary Academy

Intake Primary Academy

Doncaster, DN2 6EWPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

65%

Capacity

272

Pupils

2.4x

Demand

About Intake Primary Academy

Intake Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 272 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Intake Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Broad, it falls under Doncaster local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5421st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 87 in Doncaster.

Intake Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 17 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.

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 Intake Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Gardening, Book Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Intake 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressSidney Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN2 6EW
HeadteacherHelen Broad
Local AuthorityDoncaster
Number of Pupils272
Free School Meals (FSM)32.5%
School Capacity272 / 420 (65% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

26 Jan 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (26 Jan 2022): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)

5421st of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

559th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

29th of 87

In Doncaster

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

67%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:83%
Higher:17%
Writing
Expected:69%
Higher:7%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:88%
Higher:26%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +15%

'22/23

52%

'23/24

67%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
Dining HallSensory RoomArt StudiosOutdoor PlaygroundLibraryForest SchoolPlaying FieldsSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

AthleticsFootballCricketDanceCross Country

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubFilm ClubGardeningBook ClubCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

17

Applications

40

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

17 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Intake Primary Academy

Intake Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01302344743www.astreaintake.org

Sidney Road, Doncaster

Doncaster, DN2 6EW

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Sidney Road, Doncaster

Doncaster, DN2 6EW

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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