Monkwood Primary School
94%
Capacity
423
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Monkwood Primary School
Monkwood Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 423 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Monkwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katy Edmondson, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11636th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 84 in Rotherham.
Monkwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 41 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Monkwood Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Monkwood 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 | None |
| Address | Estate Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S62 7JD |
| Headteacher | Katy Edmondson |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 450 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11636th of 13,686
Nationally
1261st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
71st of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
45%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Estate Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S62 7JD
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