Aston Fence Junior and Infant School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Aston Fence Junior and Infant School
Aston Fence Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher C L Dawson, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3384th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Aston Fence Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Aston Fence Junior and Infant School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Aston Fence Junior and Infant 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 | 237 Sheffield Road, Sheffield, Rotherham, S13 9ZD |
| Headteacher | C L Dawson |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3384th of 13,686
Nationally
335th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
19th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
73%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
104
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
237 Sheffield Road, Sheffield
Rotherham, S13 9ZD
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