The McAuley Catholic High School
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Attainment 8 of 42.5 is below the national average of around 46. Compare with progress data, which may show a different picture.
- Attainment 8:
- 42.5
- 5+ Eng & Maths:
- 53%
- Academic year:
- 2024/2025
Progress is close to average or statistically uncertain because the confidence interval crosses zero. This does not necessarily mean the school adds or detracts from pupil progress.
- Progress 8:
- -0.06
- Confidence interval:
- [-0.25, 0.13]
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This is a selective school. Admission usually requires passing an entrance test. Check the school's admissions policy for test registration deadlines.
This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Admissions may prioritise pupils who meet faith criteria. A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) may be required.
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- Faith admissions criteria apply (Roman Catholic). A Supplementary Information Form may be required. Evidence of faith practice may be needed.
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Performance over time
Attainment 8 over time
Progress 8 over time(not available 2024/25)
Historical results
| Year | Pupils | Att8 | P8 | 5+ E&M | EBacc % | EBacc APS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/2025 | 231 | 42.5 | — | 53.2% | 7.8% | 3.3 |
| 2023/2024 | 230 | 45.6 | -0.06 | 59.1% | 9.1% | 3.7 |
| 2022/2023 | 269 | 44.9 | -0.03 | 62.0% | 16.0% | 3.7 |
| 2021/2022 | 262 | 45.5 | -0.18 | 60.0% | 21.0% | 3.8 |
Nearby and similar schools
Other secondary schools in Doncaster for local comparison.
School information
| URN | 140865 |
| Local authority | Doncaster |
| Region | Yorkshire and The Humber |
| Phase | Secondary |
| Type | Academy converter |
| Gender of entry | Mixed |
| Age range | 11-18 |
| Headteacher | Headteacher James Tucker |
| Trust | THE MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL |
| Admissions | Non-selective |
| Religious character | Roman Catholic |
| Postcode | DN3 3QF |
| Latest pupils | 231 |
| FSM eligible | 29.0% |
Contact and identifiers
Cantley Lane, Cantley, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3QF
http://www.mcauley.org.uk/View local authority page1302537396| DfE number | 4606 |
| UKPRN | 10045940 |
| Opened | 1 May 2014 |
| GIAS updated | 20 Mar 2026 |
Data sources and freshness
| Official record updated | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Latest KS4 year | 2024/2025 |
| Latest KS2 year | — |
| Ofsted published | 7 Feb 2024 |
Latest Ofsted inspection
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
| Inspection type | Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 2 |
| Category of concern | — |
| Inspection date | 5 Dec 2023 |
| Publication date | 7 Feb 2024 |