Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School
96%
Capacity
318
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School
Scawthorpe Sunnyfields 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 318 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 332 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kimberley Hutton, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10881st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 87 in Doncaster.
Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 40 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, Scawthorpe Sunnyfields 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 | Rose Crescent, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN5 9EW |
| Headteacher | Kimberley Hutton |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 318 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.2% |
| School Capacity | 318 / 332 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10881st of 13,686
Nationally
1167th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
67th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
50%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rose Crescent, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN5 9EW
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