Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School
Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Gough, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10338th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 84 in Rotherham.
Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 19 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Rawmarsh Sandhill 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 | Kilnhurst Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S62 5LH |
| Headteacher | Daniel Gough |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.7% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10338th of 13,686
Nationally
1100th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
61st of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
52%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kilnhurst Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S62 5LH
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