Bentley New Village Primary School
79%
Capacity
275
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Bentley New Village Primary School
Bentley New Village 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 275 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bentley New Village Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Simmons, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12753rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 83rd out of 87 in Doncaster.
Bentley New Village Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 19 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Bentley New Village Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 63% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bentley New Village Primary School include Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Bentley New Village 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 | Asquith Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN5 0NU |
| Headteacher | Victoria Simmons |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 275 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.0% |
| School Capacity | 275 / 350 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12753rd of 13,686
Nationally
1408th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
83rd of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed19
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bentley New Village Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Asquith Road, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN5 0NU
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