Bramley Sunnyside Infant School
123%
Capacity
277
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Bramley Sunnyside Infant School
Bramley Sunnyside Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 277 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (123% of 225 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bramley Sunnyside Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susan Searson, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
Bramley Sunnyside Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 75 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
Bramley Sunnyside Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (70 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bramley Sunnyside Infant School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Bramley Sunnyside 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Flanderwell Lane, Rotherham, Rotherham, S66 3QW |
| Headteacher | Susan Searson |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 277 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.5% |
| School Capacity | 277 / 225 (123% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
70 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed75
147
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Flanderwell Lane, Rotherham
Rotherham, S66 3QW
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