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What is Ash Hill Academy's Ofsted rating?

Ash Hill Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2020).

Do parents recommend Ash Hill Academy?

71% of parents would recommend Ash Hill Academy to another parent, according to Ofsted's official Parent View survey.

Where is Ash Hill Academy located?

Ash Hill Academy is located in DONCASTER, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, DN7 6JH.

What age range does Ash Hill Academy serve?

Ash Hill Academy serves students aged 11 to 16.

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Ash Hill Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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What people say about Ash Hill Academy

From Ofsted Parent View — the official survey of parents at this school.

71% would recommend32% happy with the school35% say their child feels safe

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About Ash Hill Academy

Ash Hill Academy is a secondary academy in DONCASTER, Yorkshire and the Humber. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Ash Hill Academy has a Progress 8 score of +0.25 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 45.0, 67% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths.

The school has 397 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 24.3%, 42% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 10.8%.

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OfstedGood · 2020Progress 8+0.25Attendance89.2%

Profile completeness: 6 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid65% data coverage

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Ash Hill Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 11–16
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Sixth form: No (to 16)
Size: 397 pupils
SEN support: 17% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Families wanting a smaller school — 397 pupils on roll.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 34/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality52/100

Transport access29/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

GCSE Results at Ash Hill Academy

Ash Hill Academy has a Progress 8 score of +0.25, which is above the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.

The school's Attainment 8 score is 45.0. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.

67% of students at Ash Hill Academy achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.

Attendance at Ash Hill Academy

Ash Hill Academy has an overall absence rate of 10.8%. The national average for secondary schools was approximately 8.5% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Ash Hill Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Ash Hill Academy is 24.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Ash Hill Academy

Ash Hill Academy has 397 pupils on roll.

42% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

17% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Ash Hill Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Ash Hill Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in March 2020 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Ash Hill Academy is overdue for reinspection.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Ash Hill Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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