The Laurel Academy

URN: 146639 • Mexborough S64 9SD

Overview

Name
The Laurel Academy
URN
146639
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Katy Taylor-Clarke (since 2025)
Telephone
01709302244
Website
Visit
Address
Maple Road, Mexborough S64 9SD

Summary

The Laurel Academy, located in Mexborough, Doncaster, is a mixed secondary academy with an enrollment of 758 pupils. Sponsored by Delta Academies Trust, the academy is committed to providing a high-quality education that enables students to reach their full potential. The school's ethos focuses on changing lives through academic and experiential learning, fostering a collaborative environment among students and staff.

The curriculum at The Laurel Academy is designed to support a diverse range of learning needs, with a strong emphasis on vertical mentoring groups that promote peer support and collaboration. The academy also prioritizes academic intervention, particularly for Year 11 students preparing for their GCSEs, ensuring they receive the necessary guidance and resources for success.

In addition to academic support, The Laurel Academy is dedicated to the well-being of its students, implementing policies for behaviour, attendance, and special educational needs. The school actively engages with the community and encourages parental involvement, aiming to create a welcoming environment for all families. For more information, visit their website at [laurelacademy.org.uk](https://www.laurelacademy.org.uk/).

Key details

LA
Doncaster
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
Pupils
758
Boys
371
Girls
387
FSM %
45.50
Open date
2018-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 758 371 387 45.50
2024-09-11 705 353 352 48.20
2023-09-11 644 328 316 44.10
2022-09-11 644 328 316 44.10
2021-09-11 632 313 319 39.70
2020-09-11 617 312 305 34.40

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