St Oswald's CofE Academy
94%
Capacity
226
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Oswald's CofE Academy
St Oswald's CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Oswald's CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Patton, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% 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 882nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 87 in Doncaster.
St Oswald's CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 26 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Oswald's CofE Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (46 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Oswald's CofE Academy include ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, St Oswald's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Silver Birch Grove, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN9 3EQ |
| Headteacher | Sharon Patton |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.4% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 240 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
882nd of 13,686
Nationally
82nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
2nd of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
46 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
36
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Oswald's CofE Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Silver Birch Grove, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN9 3EQ
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