Hayfield Lane Primary School
107%
Capacity
449
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Hayfield Lane Primary School
Hayfield Lane 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 449 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hayfield Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Tempest, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5874th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Hayfield Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 58 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Hayfield Lane Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 3 parents).
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 Hayfield Lane Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Hayfield Lane 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 | Hayfield Lane, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN9 3NB |
| Headteacher | Louise Tempest |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5874th of 13,686
Nationally
614th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
34th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
66%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 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
Hayfield Lane, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN9 3NB
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