Misterton Primary and Nursery School
70%
Capacity
147
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Misterton Primary and Nursery School
Misterton Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 147 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Misterton Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Cappleman-Jackson, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13169th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Misterton Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 19 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Misterton Primary and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Tennis, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Misterton Primary and Nursery 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 | Grovewood Road, Doncaster, Bassetlaw, DN10 4EH |
| Headteacher | Jane Cappleman-Jackson |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 210 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13169th of 13,686
Nationally
1293rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
41st of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
32%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grovewood Road, Doncaster
Bassetlaw, DN10 4EH
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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