St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School
119%
Capacity
249
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School
St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 249 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (119% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Gurner, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 94% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 103rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 84 in Rotherham.
St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (86 responses).
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 St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, St Alban's CofE (Aided) 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Morthen Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S66 1EU |
| Headteacher | Amy Gurner |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 249 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 249 / 210 (119% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (94%)
103rd of 13,686
Nationally
8th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
1st of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
94%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
94%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
86 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School
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Contact Information
Morthen Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S66 1EU
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