Sprotbrough Orchard Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Field House Road Sprotbrough Doncaster South Yorkshire DN5 7RN |
| Reference Number | 106707 |
Sprotbrough Orchard Infant School has received a positive inspection with an overall effectiveness rating of good. The school offers a purposeful and enjoyable educational experience, particularly excelling in early years and key stage 1. Children settle quickly into routines and are well-supported to develop confidence in their learning, notably in reading, writing, and mathematics. However, the school has transitioned from an outstanding previous inspection and needs to address some inconsistencies in curriculum mapping across certain subjects.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 190 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 59.47%
Girls: 40.53% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 3.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 21 | 54 |
| 2 | 24 | 20 | 44 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.6% |
| White, Other | 1.6% |
| Asian, Other | 1.6% |
| Indian | 1.1% |
| African | 1.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Sep 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Jan 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils experience a purposeful and enjoyable education.
- Children settle quickly into school routines.
- Teachers help pupils develop a curiosity about the world.
- Pupils are encouraged to do well and develop confidence.
- Teachers provide good support in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Pupils feel safe and well-supported in school.
- The majority of pupils behave very well.
- Leaders maintain a focus on ongoing improvement.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders.
Areas for Improvement
- The curriculum is less clearly mapped in some subjects.
- There are occasional gaps between teachers demonstrating new learning and pupils completing related tasks.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 21 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 3 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Copley Junior School
Cadeby Road, Sprotbrough, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7SD |
0.14 miles |
|
Warmsworth Primary School
Mill Lane, Warmsworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 9RG |
0.89 miles |
|
Waverley Academy
Douglas Road, Doncaster, DN4 0UB |
1.11 miles |
|
Richmond Hill Primary Academy
Melton Road, Sprotbrough, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7SB |
1.19 miles |
|
The Mallard Academy
Cedar Road, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 9HU |
1.43 miles |
|
Hexthorpe Primary School
Urban Road, Hexthorpe, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 0HH |
1.5 miles |
|
Sycamore Hall Preparatory School
1 Hall Flat Lane, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8PT |
1.57 miles |
|
Edlington Victoria Academy
Victoria Road, Edlington, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 1BN |
1.63 miles |
|
Balby Central Primary Academy
Littlemoor Lane, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 0LL |
1.84 miles |
|
Woodfield Primary School
Gurney Road, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8LA |
1.89 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington
Bungalow Road, Edlington, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 1DL |
1.98 miles |
|
Scawsby Saltersgate Infant School
Windsor Walk, Scawsby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 8NQ |
2.01 miles |
|
Scawsby Junior Academy
Barnsley Road, Scawsby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 8NQ |
2.04 miles |
|
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
Roberts Road, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 0JN |
2.09 miles |
|
Rosedale Primary School
Emley Drive, Scawsby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 8RL |
2.15 miles |
|
Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School
Rose Crescent, Scawthorpe, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 9EW |
2.28 miles |
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Castle Academy
Low Road, Doncaster, DN12 3DW |
2.29 miles |
|
Hill Top Academy
Edlington Lane, Edlington, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 1PL |
2.33 miles |
|
Atlas Academy
Prospect Place, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 3QP |
2.35 miles |
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Kirkby Avenue Primary School
Kirkby Avenue, Bentley, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 9TF |
2.42 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Stone Hill School
Barnsley Road, Scawsby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7UB |
1.95 miles |
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Ridgewood School
Barnsley Road, Scawsby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7UB |
1.95 miles |
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More Than Ed Independent School
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2.19 miles |
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Journey Education Group
Oak Tree Lodge, Tickhill Road, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8QN |
2.19 miles |
|
North Bridge Enterprise College
Eco Power Stadium (East Stand), Stadium Way, Doncaster, DN4 5JW |
2.26 miles |
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Astrea Academy Woodfields
Weston Road, Doncaster, DN4 8ND |
2.29 miles |
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Harrison College
Barclay Court, Doncaster, DN4 5HZ |
2.46 miles |
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Doncaster UTC
College Road, Doncaster, DN1 3BF |
2.52 miles |
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Don Valley Academy
Jossey Lane, Scawthorpe, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 9DD |
2.57 miles |
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Sir Thomas Wharton Academy
Tait Avenue, Edlington, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 1HH |
2.59 miles |
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DN Colleges Group
Chappell Drive, Doncaster, DN1 2RF |
2.69 miles |
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De Warenne Academy
Gardens Lane, Conisbrough, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 3JY |
2.7 miles |
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Hall Cross Academy
Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 2HY |
2.88 miles |
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XP School
Middle Bank, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 5NG |
2.97 miles |
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XP East
Middle Bank, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 5NG |
3.06 miles |
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Pennine View School
Old Road, Conisbrough, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 3LR |
3.27 miles |
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Doncaster School for Deaf Children
Leger Way, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 6AY |
3.43 miles |
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Hospital Teaching Service
Level 1 the Children's Hospital, Doncaster, DN2 5LT |
3.66 miles |
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Outwood Academy Adwick
Windmill Balk Lane, Woodlands, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 7SF |
3.85 miles |
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North Ridge Community School
Tenter Balk Lane, Adwick-le-Street, Woodlands, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 7EF |
3.99 miles |