Aston Hall Junior and Infant School
Sheffield, S26 2AX · Rotherham · primary school
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9th of 84 primary schools in Rotherham we can score, 96 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,004 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.2/10 among them, against 8.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Aston Hall Junior and Infant School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 11.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.2 out of 10 among them, against 8.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Glee Club, Circus Skills, Young Engineers STEM Club, Karate, Gymnastics, Mini Trampolining, Mini Olympics, Boxercise, and the Young Voices choir. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 288 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the expected standard? What specific activities are included in the Young Engineers STEM Club? How are places allocated when demand exceeds the 27 spare spots?
What Ofsted said about Aston Hall Junior and Infant School
Overview
Aston Hall Junior and Infant School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a school where pupils enjoy coming, feel safe, and achieve well, supported by high expectations and positive relationships. Leaders demonstrate a strong moral commitment to ensuring the best outcomes for every pupil, particularly those who are disadvantaged or have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with learning that is "clearly sequenced" and carefully planned from early years through to Year 6.
- Pupils exhibit "extremely well" behaviour, with bullying being "extremely rare" and attendance rates that are "above average."
- The school provides an "exceptional personal development offer," including leadership roles, residential visits, and first aid training, preparing pupils well for later life.
- Teachers are "well trained" with "secure knowledge" of their subjects, presenting information in "interesting and relevant ways."
- Staff report being happy to work at the school, benefiting from a "strong culture of support and collaboration" and regular professional development.
Areas to improve
- Support for pupils with SEND is not always mapped out or checked carefully enough, limiting their progression; the school should improve how it shares guidance and targets.
- The school does not consistently identify and address errors in pupils’ letter formation, meaning weaknesses in handwriting are not promptly corrected.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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