Woodfield Primary School
Doncaster, DN4 8LA · Doncaster · primary school
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59th 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 — 4.3/10 against 2,001 of them, against 3.8/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 62% | 2.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodfield 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%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join music clubs and choirs, participate in the daily mile, hockey, athletics, and swimming, and attend performances by Music For Youth, Opera North, and The Royal Ballet. Trips include White Post Farm, Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Conisbrough Castle, and a residential at Gulliver’s Kingdom. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 402 pupils against a stated capacity of 296. 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 manage class sizes when operating significantly above its designated capacity? What specific support is provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the daily mile and sports sessions integrated into the timetable for all year groups?
What Ofsted said about Woodfield Primary School
Overview
Woodfield Primary School is described as a "welcoming and safe" environment where "pupils are happy and learn well." Leaders foster strong relationships, ensuring pupils feel valued and behave calmly in lessons. The school offers an "ambitious curriculum" with high expectations for achievement, supported by staff who have "strong subject knowledge."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well designed," with subject leaders clearly identifying key knowledge and skills, and teachers effectively addressing misconceptions.
- Early reading instruction is effective; staff are "well trained," check sound retention, and ensure most pupils "learn to read quickly."
- The early years provision is "extremely well thought through," featuring "purposeful and engaging activities" where children explore concepts through play.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "fully included," with staff making "well-considered adaptations" to lesson activities.
- Staff morale is high, with leaders supporting workload and well-being, and opportunities for collaborative professional development within the trust.
Areas to improve
- Ensure all staff make effective adaptations to writing tasks for pupils with SEND, as some current tasks are "not fully accessible," hindering writing development.
- Improve internal evaluation processes to recognise when aspects of provision could be further improved, preventing delays in addressing minor issues.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 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
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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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