Armthorpe Shaw Wood Academy

URN: 138705 • Doncaster DN3 2DG

Overview

Name
Armthorpe Shaw Wood Academy
URN
138705
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ARMTHORPE SHAW WOOD ACADEMY LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Parker-Watts (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01302831307
Website
Visit
Address
Mere Lane, Doncaster DN3 2DG

Summary

Armthorpe Shaw Wood Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Doncaster, serving 446 pupils with a capacity of 500. The school prioritises creating a safe and nurturing environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional needs of all children. With a focus on high standards in behaviour, attendance, and academic achievement, Shaw Wood Academy aims to foster self-esteem and confidence through its THRIVE ethos.

The curriculum is designed to develop core skills in English and Mathematics, with a strong emphasis on reading to cultivate a lifelong love for literature. The school values the cultural capital that children bring from home, integrating it into their learning experiences to enrich their knowledge and skills over time.

Shaw Wood Academy is committed to inclusivity and community engagement, working closely with local businesses, Armthorpe Parish Council, and other educational institutions. The school encourages parental involvement and believes in building strong partnerships to support each child's development and success. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Doncaster
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ARMTHORPE SHAW WOOD ACADEMY LIMITED
Capacity
500
Pupils
446
Boys
235
Girls
211
FSM %
23.20
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 446 235 211 500 23.20
2024-09-11 419 217 202 500 24.10
2023-09-11 412 206 206 500 23.60
2022-09-11 412 206 206 500 23.60
2021-09-11 444 225 219 500 21.80
2020-09-11 452 228 224 500 18.10

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