Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
105%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leyton McHale, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9419th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 25 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 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 Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy include Forest School, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Meadow View Road, Mexborough, Rotherham, S64 5UA |
| Headteacher | Leyton McHale |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9419th of 13,686
Nationally
1007th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
56th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
55%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Meadow View Road, Mexborough
Rotherham, S64 5UA
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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