Doncaster School for the Deaf

A good non-maintained special school school in Doncaster. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Doncaster School for the Deaf.

Doncaster, DN26AY Ofsted: Good Age 4-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
14 January 2015
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Leger Way
Doncaster, DN26AY

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106818
Type
Non-maintained special school
Phase
Special
Address
Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6AY
Age range
4-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
112 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
40
Free School Meals
52.5% (21 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
97.5% (39 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
36.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
1 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
2
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
40 pupils
4-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Leadership Innovation Inclusivity Quality Perseverance Positive culture

Facilities

Science laboratory Design and Technology workshop ICT suites Food technology classroom Art Studio Sports Hall School Hall / Stage Dining room with annex for meals Sports centre Playing fields (6 acres) Tennis courts Football pitch Hard court for tennis, football, netball etc. Gold Acoustic Mark Radio aid system in classrooms Soundfield amplification system

Wraparound Care

Residential accommodation via Dickson House for up to four nights per week.

SEND Provision

Pupils have access to Speech and Language Therapy and British Sign Language lessons; a range of communication modes is used including British Sign Language, Sign Supported English, spoken English, written English, lip-reading and AAC.

Admissions Criteria

Admission is for Deaf pupils aged 4 to 19 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP); pupils are assessed individually to determine suitability; admission is possible throughout the year; visits are encouraged; fees are covered by the relevant local authorities and the education funding agency.

Financial Information

Fees for our school are covered by the relevant local authority and the education funding agency.

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