Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School
Doncaster, DN5 9EW · Doncaster · primary school
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41st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 5.6/10 against 3,348 of them, against 5.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Children's University and attend trips such as the Doncaster Foundation Herten Tour and Kingswood Residential. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 302 pupils against a stated capacity of 332. 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 who are close to the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School
Overview
Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "calm and orderly environment" where pupils are "polite, respectful and friendly." Leaders have established a "well-organised curriculum" that is carefully sequenced, ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities follow the same high expectations as their peers.
Strengths
- Physical education is taught "exceptionally well," with subject leaders and teachers working together in an "exemplary way."
- Phonics is taught "very effectively," helping children learn new sounds quickly and read fluently with "skilful support" for those finding it difficult.
- Children’s personal development in the early years is "exceptionally strong," with pupils being "very attentive, cooperative and willing to help each other."
- The school fosters a strong sense of community, with the headteacher and staff being "highly respected by parents, carers and pupils."
- Staff workload is managed effectively, with leaders ensuring assessment is "not onerous but remains effective."
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, leaders have not identified the steps teachers need to take to "deepen pupils’ subject knowledge," meaning some pupils are not reaching ambitious curriculum goals.
- Senior leaders should support subject leaders to equip staff with strategies to "extend pupils’ knowledge further" and ensure consistent challenging of pupils.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being "vigilant" and completing frequent training using scripts of potential incidents to ensure children are safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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