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
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.
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.
Useful links
- e4education (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
- Class Dojo (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Heatherwood School (67.4)
- Stone Hill School (65.2)
- Fullerton House School (61.2)
- The Ridge Employability College (60.2)
- Coppice School (58.3)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.