Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School
83%
Capacity
175
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School
Rawmarsh Ashwood 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 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Dawn Roper, 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 9361st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 11 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Rawmarsh Ashwood 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 | Ashwood Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S62 6HT |
| Headteacher | Dawn Roper |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.7% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 210 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9361st of 13,686
Nationally
999th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
55th 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
16
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashwood Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S62 6HT
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