St Bernard's Catholic High School
112%
Capacity
820
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Bernard's Catholic High School
St Bernard's Catholic High School is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 820 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 730 places).
Ofsted has rated St Bernard's Catholic High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Riding, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.32 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 48.3. Additionally, ranked 809th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 16 in Rotherham.
St Bernard's Catholic High School is a popular choice with families — it received 422 applications for 149 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 255 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 St Bernard's Catholic High School include Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Astro Turf, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Science Labs, Theatre, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rugby, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Young Enterprise, Science Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.6%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Rotherham, St Bernard's Catholic High 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Herringthorpe Valley Road, Rotherham, Rotherham, S65 3BE |
| Headteacher | Andrew Riding |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 820 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.6% |
| School Capacity | 820 / 730 (112% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.32)
809th of 3,141
Nationally
69th of 306
In Yorkshire and the Humber
2nd of 16
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed149
422
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
255 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bernard's Catholic High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Herringthorpe Valley Road, Rotherham
Rotherham, S65 3BE
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