Aston Lodge Primary School
89%
Capacity
187
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Aston Lodge Primary School
Aston Lodge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Aston Lodge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley McNeill, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12331st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 84 in Rotherham.
Aston Lodge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 13 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Aston Lodge Primary School include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Cricket, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Aston Lodge 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lodge Lane, Sheffield, Rotherham, S26 2BL |
| Headteacher | Hayley McNeill |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 210 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12331st of 13,686
Nationally
1346th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
73rd of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
41%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
45
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lodge Lane, Sheffield
Rotherham, S26 2BL
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