Esland Doncaster School, Doncaster
Esland Doncaster School is a special school for pupils aged 7 to 18 in Doncaster.
Data last updated 1 Nov 2026
Esland Doncaster School in detail
Esland Doncaster School in its own words
In its own words: "COMING SOON - At Esland Doncaster School, we create a caring and inspiring learning environment where children and young people feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. We support students to re‑engage with education, build confidence, and take an active role in their learning journey."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include swimming, gardening and forest school.
Vision and values (school website)Clubs (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other special schools to Esland Doncaster School are Pennine View School (2.5 miles, Good); Stone Hill School (2.8 miles, Outstanding); Milton School (3.7 miles); and More Than Ed Independent School (3.7 miles).
Pennine View SchoolStone Hill SchoolMilton SchoolMore Than Ed Independent School
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Conisbrough Rail Station, about 1.5 miles away in a straight line.
2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Doncaster Road/Hangman Stone Lane (opposite), 70 metres away.
Source: NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 month agoOverall
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Keep up with Esland Doncaster School
Nurseries
The nearest nurseries and pre-schools to Esland Doncaster School, with their latest published grades:
- High Melton Day Nursery - Day nursery, under 0.1 milesOfsted report card, 6 May 2026: Expected standard in 6 areas; safeguarding standards met
- 123 Camps - Dearne Valley - Pre-school, 1.4 miles
- Little Einsteins Day Nursery Ltd - Day nursery, 1.6 milesOfsted, 18 May 2022: Outstanding overall; safeguarding is effective
- Apple Tree Day Nursery - Day nursery, 1.7 milesOfsted, 4 March 2025: Good overall; safeguarding is effective
Getting There
Bus Stops
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
Across Doncaster council
Places available
3,913
Applications
3,506
Got 1st preference
89.9%
Got preferred school
97.4%
All secondary applications across Doncaster council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History
Special educational needs provision
Esland Doncaster School is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
Source: Get Information about Schools (GIAS), Department for Education.
Questions parents ask about Esland Doncaster School
Does Esland Doncaster School have specialist SEN provision?
Esland Doncaster School is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
Where is Esland Doncaster School?
Esland Doncaster School is at The Pavillion, Melton Park, High Melton, Doncaster, DN5 7SY.