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The Laurel Academy

Doncaster, S64 9SDSecondaryAges 11–16MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Feb 2023
Progress 8
+0.17
Above average
−20+2
Competition
0.9×
Not oversubscribed
112 1st-choice / 120 places
Ranking
#1,157
of 3,141 nationally

About The Laurel Academy

The Laurel Academy is a secondary school in Doncaster that has clearly caught the attention of local families. For entry in 2025/26, the school received 147 applications for 120 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.23. That means for every place available, more than one family wanted it, and 112 of those applications were first-preference choices. While the school doesn't publish a parent satisfaction survey, this level of demand is a strong signal that it's a popular option in the area. The school is led by headteacher Katy Taylor-Clarke and caters to 758 pupils aged 11 to 16. It's a mixed, state-funded secondary with no sixth form, so students will need to move on elsewhere after Year 11. The school also has a relatively high proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals, at 45.5%, which is worth noting for context.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 16 years
GenderMixed
AddressMaple Road, Mexborough, Doncaster, S64 9SD
HeadteacherKaty Taylor-Clarke
Local AuthorityDoncaster
Number of Pupils758
Free School Meals (FSM)45.5%

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

22 Feb 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

9
Science LabsDining HallMusic RoomsTheatreICT SuiteSixth Form CentreAstro TurfTennis CourtsSports Hall

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

15

Sports

RugbyDanceMartial ArtsCross CountryFootballSwimmingRoundersBasketballHockeyTennis

Clubs & Activities

DramaCodingModel United NationsNewspaperGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Laurel Academy

The Laurel Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.