XP School

URN: 140964 • Doncaster DN4 5NG

Overview

Name
XP School
URN
140964
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
XP SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claira Salter (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01302898792
Website
Visit
Address
Middle Bank, Doncaster DN4 5NG

Summary

XP School, located in Doncaster, is a mixed secondary free school with a current enrolment of 249 pupils, just under its capacity of 250. The school prioritises compassion and aims to create a balanced intake of students by implementing a Fair Banding Assessment for all applicants. This assessment, which focuses on non-verbal reasoning, is designed to place students into one of five ability bands without the pressure of pass or fail outcomes. It is essential for prospective students to complete this assessment to be considered for admission.

The school encourages a diverse learning environment and offers opportunities for students with musical talents to apply for special musical aptitude places. This initiative reflects XP School's commitment to nurturing individual strengths and interests within a supportive community context.

Parents are reminded that registration for the Fair Banding Assessment must be completed by 31st October 2025, with the assessment taking place on 22nd November 2025. For further details on the application process and musical opportunities, parents can visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
Doncaster
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
XP SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
250
Pupils
249
Boys
139
Girls
110
FSM %
27.70
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 249 139 110 250 27.70
2024-09-11 245 139 106 250 26.50
2023-09-11 248 149 99 350 18.10
2022-09-11 248 149 99 350 18.10
2021-09-11 249 148 101 350 16.10
2020-09-11 250 140 110 350 15.20

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