Ferham Primary School
107%
Capacity
224
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Ferham Primary School
Ferham 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 224 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ferham Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Vikki Fenton, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 7% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13655th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Ferham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 10 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ferham Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Ferham 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 | Ferham Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S61 1AP |
| Headteacher | Vikki Fenton |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.3% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 210 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (7%)
13655th of 13,686
Nationally
1503rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
84th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
7%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
17%
'23/24
7%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ferham Primary School
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Contact Information
Ferham Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S61 1AP
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