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What is Balby Central Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Balby Central Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2024).

Do parents recommend Balby Central Primary Academy?

77% of parents would recommend Balby Central Primary Academy to another parent, according to Ofsted's official Parent View survey.

Where is Balby Central Primary Academy located?

Balby Central Primary Academy is located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, DN4 0LL.

What age range does Balby Central Primary Academy serve?

Balby Central Primary Academy serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Balby Central Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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What people say about Balby Central Primary Academy

From Ofsted Parent View — the official survey of parents at this school.

77% would recommend59% happy with the school59% say their child feels safe

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About Balby Central Primary Academy

Balby Central Primary Academy is a primary academy in Doncaster, Yorkshire and the Humber. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Balby Central Primary Academy has 49% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 205 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 10.4%, 36% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.5%.

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OfstedGood · 2024KS2 expected49%Attendance94.5%

Profile completeness: 6 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Strong82% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Balby Central Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 205 pupils
SEN support: 24% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Pupils who need extra support — 24% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 22/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality31/100

Transport access38/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Balby Central Primary Academy

At Balby Central Primary Academy, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

64% met the expected standard in reading and 64% in maths.

Attendance at Balby Central Primary Academy

Balby Central Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 5.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Balby Central Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Balby Central Primary Academy is 10.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Balby Central Primary Academy

Balby Central Primary Academy has 205 pupils on roll.

36% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

24% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Balby Central Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Balby Central Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Balby Central Primary Academy is next inspection expected around 2028.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Balby Central Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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