Mattersey Primary School
57%
Capacity
40
Pupils
16.0x
Demand
About Mattersey Primary School
Mattersey Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 40 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mattersey Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Redhead, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Mattersey Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 1 places, making it 16.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mattersey Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Mattersey Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Thorpe Road, Doncaster, Bassetlaw, DN10 5ED |
| Headteacher | Lucy Redhead |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 40 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.3% |
| School Capacity | 40 / 70 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
16
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (6% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thorpe Road, Doncaster
Bassetlaw, DN10 5ED
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