Dunsville Primary School
103%
Capacity
278
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Dunsville Primary School
Dunsville Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 278 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dunsville Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Wilson, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3599th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Dunsville Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunsville Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Dunsville 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 | None |
| Address | Broadway, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN7 4HX |
| Headteacher | Vicky Wilson |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 278 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.2% |
| School Capacity | 278 / 270 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3599th of 13,686
Nationally
354th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
16th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
72%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dunsville Primary School
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Contact Information
Broadway, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN7 4HX
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