Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School
101%
Capacity
242
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School
Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Idell, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4529th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 87 in Doncaster.
Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (20 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 Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Sedgefield Way, Mexborough, Doncaster, S64 0BE |
| Headteacher | Rachel Idell |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 240 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4529th of 13,686
Nationally
454th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
22nd of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
20 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Sedgefield Way, Mexborough
Doncaster, S64 0BE
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