Best Primary Schools in Rotherham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 96 schools across Rotherham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

13%

Outstanding rate

60%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
🥈	Woodsetts Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
🥉	Aston Fence Junior and Infant School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
4.	Herringthorpe Junior School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
5.	St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
6.	Ravenfield Primary Academy Primary	Good	72	View school
7.	Flanderwell Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
8.	St Gerard's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
9.	Thrybergh Fullerton Church of England Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	67	View school
10.	Aston Hall Junior and Infant School Primary	Good	66	View school
11.	Anston Hillcrest Primary School Primary	Outstanding	66	View school
12.	Greasbrough Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
13.	Brampton Ellis CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	66	View school
14.	Wales Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
15.	Our Lady and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
16.	Thorpe Hesley Primary School Primary	Outstanding	65	View school
17.	Coleridge Primary Primary	Good	65	View school
18.	Swallownest Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
19.	Wickersley Northfield Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
20.	Sitwell Junior School Primary	Good	65	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Rotherham?

There are 96 primary schools in Rotherham, of which 12 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Rotherham?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Rotherham is Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Rotherham?

Primary and secondary school applications in Rotherham are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Rotherham council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Rotherham?

13% of primary schools in Rotherham are rated Outstanding and 61% are rated Good. 72.2% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.