Beckingham Primary School
84%
Capacity
88
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Beckingham Primary School
Beckingham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 88 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Beckingham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Furniss, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9900th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Beckingham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 10 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Multi-Sensory Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beckingham Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Beckingham Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | The Limes, Doncaster, Bassetlaw, DN10 4QN |
| Headteacher | C Furniss |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 88 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.4% |
| School Capacity | 88 / 105 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9900th of 13,686
Nationally
944th of 1,353
In East Midlands
24th of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
53%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beckingham Primary School
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Contact Information
The Limes, Doncaster
Bassetlaw, DN10 4QN
Journey to School
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