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Bader Academy

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Bader Academy

Chappell Avenue, Edenthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 2EW

Free schools special · Ages 5–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jul 2025

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

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7.6school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
25.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
13.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
7.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
0.0%
Basics 9-5
0.0%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

7.6

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/2410.246.4
2024/257.646.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24-2.080.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.47
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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Nearby secondary schools

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Hungerhill School
0.45 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
Armthorpe Academy
1.99 km away · Academy converter
Requires improvement
Outwood Academy Danum
2.15 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Heatherwood School
2.31 km away · Academy special converter
Outstanding
Hospital Teaching Service
3.16 km away · Miscellaneous

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About Bader Academy

Bader Academy is a secondary school in Doncaster, Doncaster. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 29 responses), 86% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 7.6. The school has around 120 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Chappell Avenue, Doncaster, DN3 2EW | More schools in Doncaster

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bader Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jul 2025 — Good
  2. Mar 2023 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Bader Academy

What is Bader Academy's Ofsted rating?
Bader Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What do parents say about Bader Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 29 responses): 86% of parents would recommend Bader Academy.
What are Bader Academy's latest exam results?
Bader Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 7.6. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Bader Academy located?
Bader Academy is a secondary school in Doncaster, Doncaster (DN3 2EW).
How many pupils attend Bader Academy?
Bader Academy has around 120 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Bader Academy with other schools?
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