Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School
66%
Capacity
119
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School
Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 119 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Blythe, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 38 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 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 Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School include Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | South Street, Rotherham, Rotherham, S62 5QW |
| Headteacher | Kate Blythe |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 119 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 119 / 180 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed38
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
South Street, Rotherham
Rotherham, S62 5QW
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