Flanderwell Primary School
89%
Capacity
373
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Flanderwell Primary School
Flanderwell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 373 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Adam Cornes, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2929th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Flanderwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 46 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 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 Flanderwell Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Flanderwell 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Greenfield Court, Rotherham, Rotherham, S66 2JF |
| Headteacher | Adam Cornes |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 373 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 373 / 420 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2929th of 13,686
Nationally
281st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
17th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
74%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greenfield Court, Rotherham
Rotherham, S66 2JF
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