Hawthorn Primary School
85%
Capacity
233
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Hawthorn Primary School
Hawthorn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 275 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hawthorn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Graham Rhodes, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8986th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Hawthorn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 20 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 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 Hawthorn Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Tennis, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Hawthorn 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Elmham Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN4 6LQ |
| Headteacher | Graham Rhodes |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.4% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 275 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
8986th of 13,686
Nationally
958th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
57th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
56%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elmham Road, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN4 6LQ
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