Hatchell Wood Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
410
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Hatchell Wood Primary Academy
Hatchell Wood Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Hatchell Wood Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Felicity Burton, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7387th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 87 in Doncaster.
Hatchell Wood Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hatchell Wood Primary Academy include Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Hatchell Wood Primary Academy 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 | Plumpton Park Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN4 6SL |
| Headteacher | Felicity Burton |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.6% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7387th of 13,686
Nationally
784th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
51st of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
61%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Plumpton Park Road, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN4 6SL
Journey to School
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