Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philippa Martin, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7469th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 87 in Doncaster.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Sandringham Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN2 5JG |
| Headteacher | Philippa Martin |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7469th of 13,686
Nationally
792nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
52nd of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandringham Road, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN2 5JG
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