East Dene Primary
94%
Capacity
329
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About East Dene Primary
East Dene Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 329 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated East Dene Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Tankard, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12535th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 75th out of 84 in Rotherham.
East Dene Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 20 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 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 East Dene Primary include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, East Dene 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 | Doncaster Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S65 2DF |
| Headteacher | Ian Tankard |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 329 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.5% |
| School Capacity | 329 / 350 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12535th of 13,686
Nationally
1385th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
75th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
40%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Doncaster Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S65 2DF
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