What is the best primary school in Doncaster?

On our composite score, Crookesbroom Primary Academy is the top-ranked primary school in Doncaster, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Doncaster?

There are 108 primary schools in Doncaster with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Doncaster ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Doncaster?

Applications for Reception places in Doncaster starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Doncaster

Compare 108 top-rated primary schools in Doncaster, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Crookesbroom Primary Academy.

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Compare the top two side by side: Crookesbroom Primary Academy vs Southfield Primary

The best primary schools in Doncaster

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Crookesbroom Primary Academy

Southfield Primary

Arksey Primary School

Bentley High Street Primary School

St Peter's CofE Primary and Nursery School

Harworth Church of England Academy

Epworth Primary Academy

Hatfield Woodhouse Primary School

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Scawthorpe Castle Hills Primary Academy

Edlington Victoria Academy

Sheep Dip Lane Academy

Hill Top Academy

Tickhill St Mary's Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Armthorpe Shaw Wood Academy

St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Barnby Dun Primary Academy

St Oswald's CofE Academy

Warmsworth Primary School

Kirkby Avenue Primary School

Plover Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington

St Joseph's School

West Road Primary Academy

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