PrimaryData as of May 2026

The Mallard Academy

Cedar Road, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 9HU

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

360

Ages

3-11

FSM

42.9%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Oct 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

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Maths

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RWM Combined

N/A

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About The Mallard Academy

The Mallard Academy is a primary school in Doncaster, Doncaster. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). The school has around 360 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Cedar Road, Doncaster, DN4 9HU | More schools in Doncaster

Ofsted inspection history

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

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Jul 2023 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: Mallard Primary School)
Mar 2022 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Mallard Primary School)
Jun 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Mallard Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Mallard Academy

What is The Mallard Academy's Ofsted rating?

The Mallard Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

Where is The Mallard Academy located?

The Mallard Academy is a primary school in Doncaster, Doncaster (DN4 9HU).

How many pupils attend The Mallard Academy?

The Mallard Academy has around 360 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Mallard Academy with other schools?

View The Mallard Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Doncaster.