Wales Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Wales Primary School
Wales Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Wales Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna McDonald, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6247th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Wales Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wales Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Wales 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Sheffield, Rotherham, S26 5QG |
| Headteacher | Anna McDonald |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6247th of 13,686
Nationally
649th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
36th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
64%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Sheffield
Rotherham, S26 5QG
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