Canklow Woods Primary School
Rotherham, S60 2XJ · Rotherham · primary school
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77th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.4/10 against 527 of them, against 1.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Canklow Woods Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 245 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in core subjects? How does the school maintain engagement for students during the transition to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Canklow Woods Primary School
Overview
Canklow Woods Primary School provides a "welcoming and vibrant environment" where pupils are "cheerful and curious" and behave well. The inspection found that the school’s curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with strong support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and a "relentless focus on attendance."
Strengths
- Pupils develop a "breadth of knowledge" and are "expertly supported to thrive," particularly those with SEND.
- Reading is a high priority; phonics is taught "consistently well," helping pupils become "fluent readers."
- Early years provision is strong, with staff using "songs, rhymes and puppets" to reinforce learning and develop communication skills.
- Attendance has seen "consistent improvements" and compares favourably to national rates.
- Staff report that the school is "supportive of their workload and well-being" and value the professional development provided.
Areas to improve
- Ensure teaching activities consistently help pupils build knowledge securely, as some tasks do not effectively support the intended curriculum.
- Broaden the range of extra-curricular opportunities beyond sport to allow pupils to "explore their talents and interests fully."
- Apply consistent expectations for handwriting across the curriculum to ensure pupils form letters correctly and become "fluent writers."
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 33% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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