Sandringham Primary School
101%
Capacity
423
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Sandringham Primary School
Sandringham 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 423 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sandringham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chris Metcalfe, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6548th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 87 in Doncaster.
Sandringham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 45 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
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 Sandringham Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Sandringham 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 | Sandringham Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN2 5LS |
| Headteacher | Chris Metcalfe |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.0% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 420 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6548th of 13,686
Nationally
687th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
43rd of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
63%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandringham Road, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN2 5LS
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