Arksey Primary School
51%
Capacity
72
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Arksey Primary School
Arksey Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 72 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Arksey Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shelley Fisher, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1051st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Arksey Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 8 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Arksey Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arksey Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Arksey 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ings Way, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN5 0TE |
| Headteacher | Shelley Fisher |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 72 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 72 / 140 (51% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1051st of 13,686
Nationally
97th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
4th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
83%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
9
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (89% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ings Way, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN5 0TE
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