Adwick Primary School
83%
Capacity
382
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Adwick Primary School
Adwick Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 382 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Adwick Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Dukes, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
Adwick Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 43 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Adwick Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Adwick Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Windmill Balk Lane, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN6 7SH |
| Headteacher | Daniel Dukes |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 382 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.4% |
| School Capacity | 382 / 459 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Nov 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
59
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Windmill Balk Lane, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN6 7SH
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