- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
72 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.7%
- Pupils
- 461
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.5
Schools in DN4
A postcode district in Doncaster
- Postcode district
- 36 schools and nurseries
In short: DN4 is a postcode district in Doncaster with 19 primary schools, 8 secondary schools and 12 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3619 primary · 8 secondary · 12 nurseries
Top-rated
All DN4 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in DN4
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in DN4
19 in DN4, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
61 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1179%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 417
- Pupils per teacher
- 27.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
49 first choices, 53 offers made
Met the standard at 1175%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 462
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.9
Top Secondary Schools in DN4
8 in DN4, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
125 first choices, 50 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.8%
- Pupils
- 246
- Pupils per teacher
- 12.7
- Ofsted:Requires improvement
Results well below the England average.
58 first choices, 49 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1638.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.8%
- Pupils
- 273
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
91 first choices, 134 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.9%
- Pupils
- 662
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.1
Nurseries in DN4
12 in DN4, highest Ofsted grade first
Building Blocks Montessori Ltd
Doncaster, DN4 5JB · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Seedlings
Doncaster, DN4 9HT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Blossom Grove Childcare Ltd
Doncaster, DN4 6RQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in DN4
3 in DN4, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
125 first choices, 50 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.8%
- Pupils
- 246
- Pupils per teacher
- 12.7
- Ofsted:Requires improvement
Results well below the England average.
58 first choices, 49 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1638.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.8%
- Pupils
- 273
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
91 first choices, 134 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.9%
- Pupils
- 662
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.1
Special Schools in DN4
4 in DN4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Journey Education Group
Doncaster, DN4 8QN · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 15
- Pupils per teacher
- –
More Than Ed Independent School
Doncaster, DN4 8QN · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 16
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 25
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Waterside School
Doncaster, DN4 5JW · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 39
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in DN4
4 in DN4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Journey Education Group
Doncaster, DN4 8QN · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 15
- Pupils per teacher
- –
More Than Ed Independent School
Doncaster, DN4 8QN · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 16
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 25
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Sycamore Hall Preparatory School
Doncaster, DN4 8PT · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 16
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in DN4, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding2
- Good23
- Requires improvement2
- Not graded yet9
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every DN4 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
DN4 has 36 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in DN4
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about DN4
Nearby areas
How many schools are in DN4?
DN4 has 36 schools, including 19 primary schools, 8 secondary schools, 12 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 4 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in DN4?
The highest-ranked schools in DN4 on Eduscope are Warmsworth Primary School, Willow Primary School, Bessacarr Primary. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in DN4?
There are 4 independent schools in DN4. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in DN4 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in DN4?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 36 schools in DN4 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.