Hexthorpe Primary School
69%
Capacity
436
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Hexthorpe Primary School
Hexthorpe 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 436 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hexthorpe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jeni Ward, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12389th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 81st out of 87 in Doncaster.
Hexthorpe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 40 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hexthorpe Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Hexthorpe 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 | Urban Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN4 0HH |
| Headteacher | Jeni Ward |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 436 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.8% |
| School Capacity | 436 / 630 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12389th of 13,686
Nationally
1360th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
81st of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
24%
'23/24
41%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
45
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Urban Road, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN4 0HH
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