Donisthorpe Primary School

About Donisthorpe Primary School

Donisthorpe Primary School is a happy and welcoming environment where children, families and visitors feel valued. We believe in setting high expectations for every child, inspiring them to reach their full potential both academically and personally.

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Key Facts

Students 210

Head/Principal Jamie Williamson

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 39 responses • 19% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

92.3% positive 7.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

89.8% positive 7.7% negative

My child does well at this school

94.8% positive 2.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 39 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

9.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

60.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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David T

Parent Mar 1, 2023

5.0

"Fantastic Facilities and Friendly Staff"

We've been impressed with the school's facilities, particularly the Forest School area where our child loves to explore and learn. The staff are also very approachable and always happy to chat about our child's progress. We feel very lucky to have found such a great school in Donisthorpe.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Our Child Loves Donisthorpe Primary!"

We moved to the area a year ago and were lucky to get our child into Donisthorpe Primary. From the start, the staff have been warm, welcoming and supportive. The school's values of 'Everyone Belongs' really shine through in their approach to teaching and community work. Our child is thriving and can't wait to go to school each day.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah B

Parent Jun 1, 2022

4.0

"A Good School, but Could Improve on Communication"

We moved to the area a few years ago and our child attended Donisthorpe Primary until they moved to secondary school. Our experience was generally positive, with some excellent teachers and a fun, supportive atmosphere. However, we sometimes found it difficult to get in touch with teachers or the school office, which was frustrating when we needed to ask questions or resolve issues.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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