Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands
82%
Capacity
388
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands
Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 388 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Burnett, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11011th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 50 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands include Sports Hall, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands 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 | The Crescent, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN6 7RG |
| Headteacher | Donna Burnett |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 388 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.8% |
| School Capacity | 388 / 472 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11011th of 13,686
Nationally
1183rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
70th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
49%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
65
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Crescent, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN6 7RG
Journey to School
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