Sheep Dip Lane Academy
78%
Capacity
241
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Sheep Dip Lane Academy
Sheep Dip Lane Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 241 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sheep Dip Lane Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Faye Parish, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9679th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 87 in Doncaster.
Sheep Dip Lane Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 24 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Sheep Dip Lane Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (11 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sheep Dip Lane Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Sheep Dip Lane 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 | Sheep Dip Lane, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN7 4AU |
| Headteacher | Faye Parish |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 241 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.4% |
| School Capacity | 241 / 309 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9679th of 13,686
Nationally
1036th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
61st of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
11 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
30
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (80% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sheep Dip Lane Academy
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Contact Information
Sheep Dip Lane, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN7 4AU
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