Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School
Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Barnett, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7415th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 84 in Rotherham.
Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 29 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Thorogate, Rotherham, Rotherham, S62 7HS |
| Headteacher | John Barnett |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7415th of 13,686
Nationally
787th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
42nd of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
61%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thorogate, Rotherham
Rotherham, S62 7HS
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