Best 3 Primary schools in Doncaster – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Holy Family Catholic Primary School (Primary) in Doncaster; Hill Top Academy (Primary) in Doncaster; Grange Lane Infant Academy (Primary) in Doncaster — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Hill Top Academy and Grange Lane Infant Academy. They are primary phase and academy converter type located around Doncaster, South Yorkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Holy Family Catholic Primary School), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Holy Family Catholic Primary School (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 850, typical FSM 30–35%, range 25–30%–35–40%; spread across trusts such as Exceed Learning Partnership and DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Holy Family Catholic Primary School DN7 5BL	Hill Top Academy DN12 1PL	Grange Lane Infant Academy DN11 0QY
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Doncaster South Yorkshire DN7 5BL	Doncaster South Yorkshire DN12 1PL	Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0QY
Latest Ofsted	1 25 Mar 2024	1 14 Mar 2024	1 2 May 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	210	397	282
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Doncaster (371)	Exceed Learning Partnership	DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Website	www.holyfamily.doncaster.sch.uk	www.hilltop-primary.co.uk	www.gliacademy.org.uk
Telephone	01302841283	01709863273	01302651038
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

DN7 5BL

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN7 5BL
Ofsted: 1 25 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Doncaster (371)
Website: www.holyfamily.doncaster.sch.uk
Telephone: 01302841283

Hill Top Academy

DN12 1PL

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN12 1PL
Ofsted: 1 14 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Exceed Learning Partnership
Website: www.hilltop-primary.co.uk
Telephone: 01709863273

Grange Lane Infant Academy

DN11 0QY

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN11 0QY
Ofsted: 1 2 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Website: www.gliacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01302651038

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.