Stainforth Kirton Lane Primary School
Thorne Road, Stainforth, Doncaster, DN7 5BGOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Stainforth Kirton Lane Primary School is a primary school in Doncaster for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 136 schools in Doncaster. It ranks 89th of 95 primary schools in Doncaster. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 December 2018, report published 15 January 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 23 April 2024
Pupils are happy at Kirton Lane Primary School. They enjoy learning and playing in the inclusive environment that the staff have created. Pupils' work is celebrated in assemblies and displays. Pupils learn about the local area and the rich mining heritage in the village that they live in. They are proud of what they achieve. Children in the early years settle in very quickly. They learn to take turns and share. Adults model new vocabulary and encourage pupils to use it themselves. Pupils concentrate on activities and persevere when facing difficulties. Pupils know what is expected of them. Behaviour is positive. There is a calm atmosphere throughout the school. Pupils understand that some of their friends have different needs to themselves. Pupils are kind and caring. They know that adults will help them to resolve any issues or worries they might have. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), take full advantage of the range of activities that the school offers, such as archery and arts and crafts. Pupils also have leadership opportunities in school. They can become school councillors and playground buddies. Older pupils help younger pupils at lunchtime during the family service dining.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils are absent from school too often. These pupils miss out on learning and have gaps in their knowledge. The school should continue to support families to overcome barriers to pupils attending school.
- Some pupils are not able to access challenge effectively in lessons. As a result, some pupils do not achieve at the higher standards that they are capable of. The school should ensure that the curriculum is challenging enough for the most able pupils.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
224 pupils on roll, with places for 236
Schools near Stainforth Kirton Lane Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 52% met the expected standard |
| Long Toft Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Crookesbroom Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 84% met the expected standard |
| Travis St Lawrence Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard | 56% met the expected standard |
| Sheep Dip Lane Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 76% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Rebecca Pettman
- Phone
- 01302842092
- Address
- Thorne Road, Stainforth, Doncaster, DN7 5BG
- Local authority
- Doncaster
- URN
- 106718
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.