Swinton Queen Primary School
108%
Capacity
339
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Swinton Queen Primary School
Swinton Queen Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 339 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Swinton Queen Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Higginbottom, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6745th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Swinton Queen Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 40 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Swinton Queen Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Swinton Queen 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Queen Street, Mexborough, Rotherham, S64 8NE |
| Headteacher | Paul Higginbottom |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 339 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.2% |
| School Capacity | 339 / 315 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6745th of 13,686
Nationally
711th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
39th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
63%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
55
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Queen Street, Mexborough
Rotherham, S64 8NE
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