Bader Academy

URN: 147864 • Doncaster DN3 2EW

Overview

Name
Bader Academy
URN
147864
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
NEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
43.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Viki Drew (since 2025)
Telephone
01302433003
Website
Visit
Address
Chappell Avenue, Doncaster DN3 2EW

Summary

Bader Academy, located in Doncaster, is a free special school catering to children and young people aged 5-16 with primary Communication and Interaction difficulties, predominantly those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The school has a capacity of 100 pupils and currently serves 120, with 45% of students eligible for free school meals. Bader Academy is part of the Nexus Multi-Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

The curriculum at Bader Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on life skills and social knowledge to prepare students for independent living. The school employs restorative approaches to help pupils understand themselves and others, promoting a culture of kindness, safety, and readiness. The ethos of "Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Ready" is central to the school's mission, ensuring that all members of the community are valued and supported.

Bader Academy emphasizes the importance of community and partnership, striving to empower students and their families. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create personalized learning experiences, aiming for continuous improvement and celebrating the successes of all pupils. For further information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Doncaster
Age range
5 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
NEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
100
Pupils
120
Boys
98
Girls
22
FSM %
45.00
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 120 98 22 100 45.00
2024-09-11 106 89 17 100 48.10
2023-09-11 80 67 13 100 41.30
2022-09-11 80 67 13 100 41.30
2021-09-11 50 41 9 100 26.00
2020-09-11 100

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