Rossington St Michael's CofE Primary School
Doncaster, DN11 0EZ · Doncaster · primary school
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75th 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 the 3,977 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rossington St Michael's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. However, 2.0% reached the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally. The March 2026 inspection used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access dance, forest school, orchestra, choir, gymnastics, fitness, hockey, football, basketball, and taekwondo. Trips include Weston Park Museum, the Emergency Services Museum, the Butterfly Farm, Crucial Crew, a 2-night residential to an adventure centre, Sherwood Forest, Clifton Park Museum, and Kelham Island Museum. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 371 pupils against a stated capacity of 443. 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
How does the school support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining from other schools? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Rossington St Michael's CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have driven "consistent and sustained improvements," particularly in attendance and pupil outcomes. Pupils thrive in an inclusive environment with a "positive environment where all pupils are included," achieving results that are often above national averages, especially for disadvantaged pupils.
Strengths
- Disadvantaged pupils achieve outcomes "consistently higher than for disadvantaged pupils nationally," with the attainment gap closing rapidly.
- Leaders have taken "highly effective actions" to address historically low attendance, resulting in significant recent improvements.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "carefully sequenced," allowing pupils to develop secure knowledge and make meaningful links between subjects.
- Staff morale is high, with staff feeling "valued, respected and feel highly supported" in their work.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils demonstrating high levels of tolerance, respect for diversity, and understanding of online safety.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure "highly effective teaching is embedded across subjects" through professional development so tasks consistently enable pupils to achieve their full potential.
- Leaders should refine how they identify and address pupils' "social, emotional and academic barriers" to ensure all pupils produce high-quality work.
- Leaders should embed high expectations in the early years by fostering "high-quality interactions between all staff and children" to strengthen learning.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing "an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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