Kingfisher Primary Academy
Doncaster, DN2 4PY · Doncaster · primary school
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33rd of 88 primary schools in Doncaster we can score, 98 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 2,062 of them, against 6.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kingfisher Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 4.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join crafts and baking clubs, play basketball, football and tenpin bowling, and perform Romeo and Juliet. Trips include Austerfield Study Centre, The Deep and Thornbridge residential activity centre. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 432 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? How are the residential trips funded for families?
What Ofsted said about Kingfisher Primary Academy
Overview
Kingfisher Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, which judged the school to be good for overall effectiveness. The report confirms that pupils behave very well, feel safe, and are proud of their school, with most ready for the next stage of education by the end of key stage 2.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high behaviour standards, living by the rules to ‘be ready to learn, be respectful, be safe’ and moving around school calmly.
- The curriculum is strengthened by a new mathematics approach and a ‘global citizenship’ programme that encourages debate on world issues.
- Staff are trained to deliver all subjects with confidence, and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported to learn alongside peers.
- Younger pupils have a positive start, with activities designed to build ‘strength and resilience’ and high levels of concentration.
- The personal development offer is carefully considered, providing access to diverse experiences, clubs, and career insights.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, curriculum changes need time to embed, making assessment of what pupils know and remember less effective.
- The school should continue implementing planned changes to curriculum and assessment so leaders can check learning in all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 41% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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