Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School
114%
Capacity
239
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School
Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Vanessa Hill, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% 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 511th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 84 in Rotherham.
Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Whiston Worrygoose 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hall Close Avenue, Rotherham, Rotherham, S60 4AG |
| Headteacher | Vanessa Hill |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 210 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
511th of 13,686
Nationally
40th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
2nd of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
93%
'23/24
87%
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
93
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hall Close Avenue, Rotherham
Rotherham, S60 4AG
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