Kirkby Avenue Primary School
103%
Capacity
361
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Kirkby Avenue Primary School
Kirkby Avenue 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 361 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kirkby Avenue Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carol Clifford, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11840th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 76th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Kirkby Avenue Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 36 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Kirkby Avenue Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 74% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kirkby Avenue Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Kirkby Avenue 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 | Kirkby Avenue, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN5 9TF |
| Headteacher | Carol Clifford |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 361 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 361 / 350 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11840th of 13,686
Nationally
1290th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
76th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
46
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
35 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
Kirkby Avenue, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN5 9TF
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