Welcome to Armthorpe Academy: Your Journey Starts Here

Starting secondary school is a big step and we’re here to make it an exciting one! Watch our short video to get a feel for life at Armthorpe Academy, hear from our students and staff, and find out what makes our school such a welcoming and supportive place to learn and grow. We can’t wait to welcome you in September!

Primary Liaison Transition Team

Our Liaison Team works in collaboration with primary staff and parents to ensure we provide students and parents with the key information they will need to make the decision to come to Armthorpe. 

We get to know students (and many parents) before they become part of the Armthorpe family so, when they do join us they feel happy, confident, and ready to learn. Parents can be assured of a close working relationship between home and the academy.

We have been pleased to host a range of exciting primary liaison events over the last few years and welcome potential students to Armthorpe.

Currently, our focus is to engage with Y6 students and parents considering Armthorpe for September 2025.  Please contact us should you wish to discuss any aspect of your child's future at Armthorpe.

A dedicated team of staff are already working on a range of primary liaison events for the year ahead, starting this term.

If you have any questions, please contact Chelsea Robinson, our Year 6 Primary Transition Liaison Lead, directly at chelsea.robinson@consilium-at.com

Our partner primary schools are:

• Tranmoor Primary School
• Shaw Wood Academy
• Southfield Primary School
• Our Lady of Sorrows

Although the majority of our students join us from our partner primary schools, we are always pleased to welcome students from other primary schools in Doncaster, the UK, and even other parts of the world.  

Parents of children in all primary schools are welcome to apply for places. For more information and to apply for a place online  https://fis.doncaster.gov.uk/Synergy/Parents/default.aspx

 

Web Links for Students and Parents to help with Transition. 

The links below provide advice to students and parents to help with the transition process. 

 What is the difference between Primary and Secondary School?

Starting secondary school - advice for parents and students

Young Minds - Transition tips for parents 

Childline – Advice for starting Secondary School 

Family lives - Advice for parents on supporting your child’s transition to Secondary School

 

Uniform 

All pupils are expected to wear full school uniform blazers and ties can be purchased from Cliffs. Please click the link below to view the price list. 

 

 

You can purchase your school uniform by clicking on the link below:

“New” Year 7 Students

Cliff's are offering EXTRA opening hours exclusively for Armthorpe students on -

Sunday 6th July 10:30 to 15:30

Tuesday 8th July 16:30 to 19:00

Tuesday 15th July 16:30 to 19:00

These are specifically to help our new students order their uniform for the first time. To book an appointment please log onto their website search Armthorpe, select the Armthorpe badge then proceed to book your appointment.

Shop early to help guarantee delivery in time, we are asking all new starters and existing pupils to make sure they have at least ordered BEFORE JULY 31st.

All items are available online with free click and collect service or home delivery. 

Please note our returns policy has been extended to 120 days allowing you to buy early with confidence.