The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 36.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- 48% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
36.8
7.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
31%
10.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
42%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
78%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
73%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
5%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
14%
Based on 105 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 18 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
31% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
9% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 69 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 714
- FSM
- 48.3%
Governance
- Local authority
- Doncaster
- Trust
- ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr David Scales
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Weston Road, Doncaster, DN4 8ND
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMore Than Ed Independent School
Independent · 583m away
Journey Education Group
Independent · 583m away
Carr Lodge Academy
Primary · 610m away
Woodfield Primary School
Primary · 639m away
Sycamore Hall Preparatory School
Independent · 1.2km away
Cedar Special School
Special school · 1.4km away
Maple Medical PRU
Pupil referral unit · 1.4km away
Harrison College
Special school · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
What is Astrea Academy Woodfields's Ofsted rating?
Astrea Academy Woodfields was rated Good at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Astrea Academy Woodfields?
Astrea Academy Woodfields currently has 714 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Astrea Academy Woodfields take?
Astrea Academy Woodfields caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Astrea Academy Woodfields?
Astrea Academy Woodfields is in Doncaster, DN4 8ND, in the Doncaster local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Astrea Academy Woodfields have a sixth form?
Yes, Astrea Academy Woodfields has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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