Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Voluntary Academy
URN: 144469 • Doncaster DN3 2DB
Overview
- Name
- Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 144469
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucy Saxton (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01302833941
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mere Lane, Doncaster DN3 2DB
Summary
Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Voluntary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Armthorpe, Doncaster, serving 213 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school operates under a Catholic ethos, emphasizing the values and teachings of Jesus, which guide its community-focused approach. The Headteacher, Lucy Saxton, highlights the importance of each child’s unique contributions and the school’s commitment to fostering a supportive environment where every pupil is valued.
The curriculum at Our Lady of Sorrows is designed to cater to diverse learning styles and interests, ensuring that all children are encouraged to reach their full potential. The staff are dedicated to providing high-quality education and support, creating a nurturing atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth.
The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its caring ethos and the emphasis on kindness and encouragement among students and staff. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can access further information through the school’s website or by contacting the office directly.
The curriculum at Our Lady of Sorrows is designed to cater to diverse learning styles and interests, ensuring that all children are encouraged to reach their full potential. The staff are dedicated to providing high-quality education and support, creating a nurturing atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth.
The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its caring ethos and the emphasis on kindness and encouragement among students and staff. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can access further information through the school’s website or by contacting the office directly.
Useful links
- Tweets by olos_armthorpe (other)
- School Jotter 3 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Warmsworth Primary School (79.1)
- Bentley High Street Primary School (79.1)
- Hill Top Primary School (76.7)
- St Oswald's CofE Academy (75.5)
- Scawsby Saltersgate Junior School (75.4)
Key details
- LA
- Doncaster
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 213
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 107
- FSM %
- 19.70
- Open date
- 2017-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 213 | 106 | 107 | 210 | 19.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 203 | 102 | 101 | 210 | 15.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 191 | 91 | 100 | 210 | 19.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 191 | 91 | 100 | 210 | 19.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 181 | 94 | 87 | 210 | 16.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 177 | 91 | 86 | 210 | 16.90 |
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