Tornedale Infant Academy
72%
Capacity
167
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Tornedale Infant Academy
Tornedale Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 167 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tornedale Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Almunshi, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
Tornedale Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 35 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tornedale Infant Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Football, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Tornedale Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gattison Lane, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN11 0NQ |
| Headteacher | Lisa Almunshi |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 167 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.3% |
| School Capacity | 167 / 232 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gattison Lane, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN11 0NQ
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