Sheep Dip Lane Academy

About Sheep Dip Lane Academy

A caring, vibrant primary academy in Dunscroft, Doncaster with 240 children aged 3 to 11. The academy is at the heart of the community and continues to grow as new generations return and our neighbourhood continues to develop being part of a regeneration area.

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Key Facts

Students 240

Head/Principal Mrs F. Parish

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 11 responses • 4.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100.1% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

91% positive

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 11 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

11.0

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

71.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Laura M Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent start to our child's education"

We have been delighted with the progress our child has made since starting at Sheep Dip Lane Academy. The school's emphasis on inquiry, resilience, and teamwork has been wonderful to see in action. Our child loves the sensory garden and the library, and we appreciate the regular newsletters and updates from the teachers. We feel very confident about our child's future at this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"A wonderful experience for our child"

We have been so impressed with the caring and nurturing environment at Sheep Dip Lane Academy. Our child has thrived in the Forest School program and loves the 'reading snuggery areas' where she can relax and get lost in a book. The staff are always happy to help and communicate with us. We feel so lucky to be part of the Sheep Dip community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David K Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2020

4.0

"Great school with lots of opportunities"

My son attended Sheep Dip Lane Academy a few years ago and had a fantastic time. I was impressed with the range of activities and clubs on offer, including the sports and environmental programs. The staff were always supportive and encouraging, and my son loved the beach area where he could learn and play. I would definitely recommend this school to other families.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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