Bessacarr Primary

About Bessacarr Primary

Bessacarr Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Bessacarr Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anne-Marie Patterson, it falls under Doncaster local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6535th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 87 in Doncaster.

Bessacarr Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Bessacarr Primary include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Netball, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Bessacarr Primary 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.

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