GP surgery in Doncaster
Kingthorne Group Practice
Kingthorne House, 83a Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2EU
Scores 59 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 74% of patients say their experience is good and 67% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2024. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 76
- Easy to get through on the phone60
- Easy to contact online99
- Good experience of getting in touch81
- Did not wait too long for the appointment63
Quality of care 35
- Patients rate the surgery as good33
- Patients got what they needed18
- Doctors and nurses listen36
- Patients trust the staff22
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done97
- Meets NHS clinical targets70
- Children vaccinated on time27
What patients say
83 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
67%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-17
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 74%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 67% | 57% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via website | 91% | 58% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 90% | 54% | 76% |
| Reception staff helpful | 86% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 23% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 62% | 42% | 45% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 86% | 73% | 84% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 87% | 57% | 81% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 83% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 31% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 83% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 89% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 86% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 71% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 59% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 58% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 83 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
Tell us about this surgery
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 28 April 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Kingthorne House, 83a Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2EU
- Phone
- 01302 342832
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.kingthornepractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- 4 Doncaster PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C86017 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Kingthorne House
- 37 Church Balk, Edenthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 2JA · 01302 882214
- Rutland House
- Rutland Street, Doncaster, DN1 2BF
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 14.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 19.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 69% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 83% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 87% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 67% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 90% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 89% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingthorne Group Practicethis surgery | – | 59 | 67% | 74% | Yes |
| Mount Group PracticeDoncaster, DN1 2JP | under 0.1 miles | 30 | 55% | 75% | Yes |
| St Vincent Medical CentreDoncaster, DN1 2ET | under 0.1 miles | 29 | 64% | 70% | Yes |
| Regent Square Group PracticeDoncaster, DN1 2DS | 0.3 miles | 90 | 81% | 100% | Yes |
| Frances Street Medical CentreDoncaster, DN1 1JS | 0.3 miles | 45 | 70% | 78% | Yes |
| The Burns PracticeDoncaster, DN1 2EG | 0.4 miles | 98 | 83% | 95% | Yes |
| The Flying Scotsman Health CentreDoncaster, DN1 3AP | 0.7 miles | 14 | 63% | 66% | Yes |
| Park View SurgeryDoncaster, DN5 8DA | 1.6 miles | 49 | 71% | 81% | Yes |
| Don Valley HealthcareDoncaster, DN5 0AT | 1.7 miles | 82 | 79% | 87% | Yes |
| The Scott PracticeDoncaster, DN4 0TG | 1.7 miles | 26 | 50% | 66% | Yes |
Regent Square Group Practice is 0.3 miles away, scores 90 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Kingthorne Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Kingthorne Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01302 342832.
How do patients rate Kingthorne Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 74% of patients at Kingthorne Group Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 67% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 59 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Kingthorne Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Kingthorne Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 25 January 2024).
What are the opening times of Kingthorne Group Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 28 April 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Kingthorne Group Practice?
Call 01302 342832 or visit its website, www.kingthornepractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Kingthorne House, 83a Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2EU.
Does Kingthorne Group Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Kingthorne Group Practice also runs Kingthorne House (37 Church Balk, Edenthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 2JA) and Rutland House (Rutland Street, Doncaster, DN1 2BF). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Kingthorne Group Practice?
Around 15,320 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of 4 Doncaster PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South Yorkshire NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.