Montagu Academy
75%
Capacity
366
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Montagu Academy
Montagu Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 366 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Montagu Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Longley, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1307th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Montagu Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 32 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Montagu Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Montagu 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 | None |
| Address | Park Road, Mexborough, Doncaster, S64 9PH |
| Headteacher | David Longley |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 366 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.6% |
| School Capacity | 366 / 490 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1307th of 13,686
Nationally
127th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
6th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
81%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
45
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montagu Academy
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Contact Information
Park Road, Mexborough
Doncaster, S64 9PH
Journey to School
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