Wickersley Northfield Primary School
100%
Capacity
445
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Wickersley Northfield Primary School
Wickersley Northfield 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 445 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wickersley Northfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kizzi Matanga, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 795th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 84 in Rotherham.
Wickersley Northfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 60 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
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 Wickersley Northfield Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Swimming, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, Wickersley Northfield 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 | Northfield Lane, Rotherham, Rotherham, S66 2HL |
| Headteacher | Kizzi Matanga |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 445 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| School Capacity | 445 / 446 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
795th of 13,686
Nationally
69th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
4th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
84%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
157
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northfield Lane, Rotherham
Rotherham, S66 2HL
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