Windhill Primary School
Mexborough, S64 0PQ · Doncaster · primary school
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35th 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 — 7.8/10 against 1,668 of them, against 6.3/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.84 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Windhill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 302 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Windhill Primary School
Overview
Windhill Primary School is described as “popular and well led,” with pupils, parents, and staff offering high praise. The report highlights a “calm and purposeful atmosphere” where pupils are happy and well-prepared for life in modern Britain.
Strengths
- The “personal development offer is exemplary,” with pupils benefiting from an “extensive range of extra-curricular clubs” and leadership opportunities.
- The academic curriculum is “well-planned,” featuring “interesting, purposeful educational visits” and strong local context integration.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “well supported throughout school” with clear evidence of impact.
- Governors are “committed to improving the school further,” closely monitoring spending and supporting leaders.
- Safeguarding arrangements are “effective,” with “relentless” support for pupils in need.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should implement a strategy to develop pupils’ writing, as opportunities to develop written work are “limited” and quality is “variable.”
- Leaders should ensure curriculum plans address issues where assessments do not “precisely identify what pupils can and cannot do” and where subject leaders have limited time to monitor delivery.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with robust recruitment checks, regular staff training, and detailed record-keeping.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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