Hall Cross Academy
URN: 137842 • Doncaster DN1 2HY
Overview
- Name
- Hall Cross Academy
- URN
- 137842
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- EXCEED LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Swain (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01302320626
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thorne Road, Doncaster DN1 2HY
Summary
Hall Cross Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Doncaster, serving approximately 2,038 students with a capacity of 2,000. As part of the Exceed Learning Partnership since February 2023, the academy is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum while fostering an inclusive culture. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the phrase "enjoying excellence every day," reflects its dedication to both academic achievement and student well-being.
The academy offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities and has a strong focus on performing arts through its ICA-Perform initiative. Additionally, Hall Cross Academy is developing partnerships with the NHS to enhance career opportunities in the health sector for its students. The school also prioritises support for students through a dedicated pastoral team, ensuring that individual needs are met.
Situated close to Doncaster town centre, Hall Cross Academy plays an integral role in the local community. With a history of academic excellence and a commitment to nurturing each student's potential, the academy aims to prepare students for successful futures.
The academy offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities and has a strong focus on performing arts through its ICA-Perform initiative. Additionally, Hall Cross Academy is developing partnerships with the NHS to enhance career opportunities in the health sector for its students. The school also prioritises support for students through a dedicated pastoral team, ensuring that individual needs are met.
Situated close to Doncaster town centre, Hall Cross Academy plays an integral role in the local community. With a history of academic excellence and a commitment to nurturing each student's potential, the academy aims to prepare students for successful futures.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hungerhill School (69.4)
- South Axholme Academy (68.5)
- The Hayfield School (67.3)
- Ridgewood School (64.6)
- The McAuley Catholic High School (58.2)
Key details
- LA
- Doncaster
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- EXCEED LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 2000
- Pupils
- 2038
- Boys
- 989
- Girls
- 1049
- FSM %
- 29.30
- Open date
- 2012-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 2038 | 989 | 1049 | 2000 | 29.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1991 | 959 | 1032 | 2000 | 28.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1886 | 886 | 1000 | 2000 | 23.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1886 | 886 | 1000 | 2000 | 23.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1892 | 868 | 1024 | 2000 | 21.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1853 | 897 | 956 | 2000 | 18.00 |
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