Sir Thomas Wharton Community College

URN: 139301 • Doncaster DN12 1HH

Overview

Name
Sir Thomas Wharton Community College
URN
139301
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
41.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Keith Binks (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Tait Avenue, Doncaster DN12 1HH

Summary

Sir Thomas Wharton Community College, located in Doncaster, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 894 students, operating below its capacity of 1,266. As part of the Maltby Learning Trust, the school is committed to providing a high-quality education and was rated 'Good' in its latest OFSTED inspection in September 2021. The college aims to deliver exceptional learning experiences that prepare students for success in a competitive world.

The curriculum at Sir Thomas Wharton Academy is designed to be knowledge-rich and inclusive, ensuring that all students are supported in their academic pursuits. The school emphasizes the importance of character development, encouraging students to cultivate skills that contribute to their growth as responsible citizens. Traditional values such as courtesy and politeness are promoted throughout the school environment.

To support staff development, the academy offers a comprehensive Professional Learning Development (PLD) programme, enabling educators to enhance their teaching practices continually. This commitment to professional growth, alongside a focus on collaborative relationships within the community, underscores the school's dedication to fostering a positive and ambitious learning atmosphere for all students.

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Key details

LA
Doncaster
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1266
Pupils
894
Boys
440
Girls
455
FSM %
13.60
Open date
2013-02-01
Close date
2017-03-31
Last Ofsted
2015-01-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 894 440 455 1266 13.60
2024-09-11 894 440 455 1266 13.60
2023-09-11 894 440 455 1266 13.60
2022-09-11 894 440 455 1266 13.60
2021-09-11 894 440 455 1266 13.60
2020-09-11 894 440 455 1266 13.60

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