Coleridge Primary
125%
Capacity
263
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Coleridge Primary
Coleridge Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 263 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (125% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ian Tankard, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6428th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Coleridge Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 30 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Coleridge Primary include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Netball, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Coleridge Primary 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 | Coleridge Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S65 1LW |
| Headteacher | Ian Tankard |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 263 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.2% |
| School Capacity | 263 / 210 (125% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6428th of 13,686
Nationally
672nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
38th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
64%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Coleridge Primary
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Contact Information
Coleridge Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S65 1LW
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