Dinnington Community Primary School
69%
Capacity
185
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Dinnington Community Primary School
Dinnington Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 185 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dinnington Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Evans, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 28% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13351st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 82nd out of 84 in Rotherham.
Dinnington Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 24 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dinnington Community Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Dinnington Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Street, Sheffield, Rotherham, S25 2RE |
| Headteacher | Joanne Evans |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.5% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 270 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (28%)
13351st of 13,686
Nationally
1478th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
82nd of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
28%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
28%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
32
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Street, Sheffield
Rotherham, S25 2RE
Journey to School
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