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Waverley Academy

Doncaster, DN4 0UBPrimaryAges 3–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Sep 2022
KS2 Results
65%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
0.9×
Not oversubscribed
21 1st-choice / 22 places
Ranking
#6,046
of 13,686 nationally

About Waverley Academy

Waverley Academy is a state primary in Doncaster that currently educates 212 pupils against a capacity of 280, meaning it has room to grow but is already a popular choice locally. The school’s intake reflects a significantly higher-than-average level of disadvantage: 46.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, compared with the national primary average of around 23%. That context makes the school’s recent admissions data particularly telling. For the 2025/26 reception intake, Waverley was oversubscribed, receiving 27 applications for 22 places — an oversubscription ratio of 1.23. All 21 first-preference applicants were offered a place, suggesting that while the school is in demand, families who put it first are very likely to get in. The school also offers nursery provision for three-year-olds, which can be a useful entry point for local families.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressDouglas Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN4 0UB
HeadteacherLouise Jean Stanton
Local AuthorityDoncaster
Number of Pupils212
Free School Meals (FSM)46.2%
School Capacity212 / 280 (76% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

14 Sept 2022
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

5
LibraryDining HallPlaying FieldsMusic RoomsSports Hall

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

GymnasticsRoundersTennisCross Country

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubBook ClubGardeningScience ClubEco ClubCoding

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

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysical

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

School day

Verified

Teaching hours

08:55 – 15:15

Breakfast club

08:00-08:45

Source: astreawaverley.org. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waverley Academy

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