Question 1

Is Sprotbrough Orchard Infant School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest Ofsted inspection (18 October 2022) judged the school Good overall, with Good grades for quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision.

Question 2

What are the fees at Sprotbrough Orchard Infant School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded community school, there are no tuition fees. Families should budget for typical costs such as uniform, trips and optional clubs where applicable.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception entry for September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Applications are made through Doncaster primary admissions. The national closing date is 15 January 2027 and the national offer date is 16 April 2027. Doncaster’s coordinated scheme also sets timelines for late applications and acceptance steps after offers.

Question 4

What are the oversubscription criteria for Doncaster community infant schools?

Accepted Answer

After pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan naming the school, priority is typically given to looked after and previously looked after children, then catchment area, then siblings (including linked junior school attendance for infant schools), then proximity measured in a straight line using the local authority’s mapping system.

Question 5

Is there a linked junior school after Year 2?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Doncaster’s community school admissions documents list Sprotbrough Orchard Infant School as linked with Copley Junior School.

Question 6

Does the school have nursery provision and funded hours?

Accepted Answer

The school has nursery provision and Doncaster guidance explains the universal 15 hours per week term-time entitlement for 3 and 4 year olds, plus up to 30 hours for eligible working families. Session patterns and any additional charges should be confirmed with the school.

Question 7

What are the school hours?

Accepted Answer

A Doncaster Families Information Service listing shows daily session times of 08:45 to 11:45 and 13:15 to 15:30 on weekdays in term time. Families should confirm how this applies to their child’s year group and lunchtime arrangements.

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