Anston Greenlands Primary School
103%
Capacity
216
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Anston Greenlands Primary School
Anston Greenlands Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Anston Greenlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Wirth, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2163rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Anston Greenlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Anston Greenlands Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Anston Greenlands Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Edinburgh Drive, Sheffield, Rotherham, S25 4HD |
| Headteacher | Alex Wirth |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 210 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2163rd of 13,686
Nationally
207th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
10th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Edinburgh Drive, Sheffield
Rotherham, S25 4HD
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