Greasbrough Primary School
99%
Capacity
266
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Greasbrough Primary School
Greasbrough 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 266 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greasbrough Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Cook, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5528th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 84 in Rotherham.
Greasbrough Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 32 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Greasbrough Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Greasbrough 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 | Munsbrough Rise, Rotherham, Rotherham, S61 4RB |
| Headteacher | Joanne Cook |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 266 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 266 / 270 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5528th of 13,686
Nationally
566th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
33rd of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
67%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
46
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Munsbrough Rise, Rotherham
Rotherham, S61 4RB
Munsbrough Rise, Rotherham
Rotherham, S61 4RB
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