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Balby Central Primary Academy

Goodgraded 24/01/2024Ages 3–11445 pupilsDoes not apply
Doncaster, DN4 0LL
Doncaster

Balby Central Primary Academy is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Doncaster. The school has around 445 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 24/01/2024, Balby Central Primary Academy was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Doncaster can view Balby Central Primary Academy's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Doncaster (DN4 0LL), Balby Central Primary Academy serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood

Last inspected 24/01/2024

Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.5%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence16.6%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher23.2England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals36.8%England avg 24.0%
English not first language43.1%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-15%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-2%England avg -7%

DfE, 2023/24 · progress centres on 0, shown with its 95% confidence interval

All schools in DoncasterSee the full area report for DN4 0LL