Crags Community School
Rotherham, S66 7QJ · Rotherham · primary school
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78th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 1.8/10 against 387 of them, against 1.2/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 40% | 0.55 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Crags Community School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school "Requires improvement" in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (1.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join TT Rockstars, Gardening, Well-being, Keyboard Club, Art Club, Football, Golf, and Orienteering. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 409 pupils against a stated capacity of 483. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in maths? What specific actions are being taken to address the "Requires improvement" rating from the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Crags Community School
Overview
The report describes Crags Community School as a "calm and encouraging environment" where pupils are "happy and settled" and relationships are strong. While the school provides a "well-crafted early reading offer" and effective support for pupils with special educational needs, overall effectiveness is rated as "Requires improvement" due to inconsistencies in teaching English and mathematics.
Strengths
- Early years provision is praised, with children learning routines "exceptionally well" and developing strong phonics skills.
- Staff use strong relationships to ensure pupils are "attentive and committed to their learning," resulting in good behaviour and attitudes.
- Leaders have a "detailed knowledge of their community" and have successfully improved attendance and family engagement.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well, with "clear systems" for identification and high-quality pastoral care.
- There are numerous opportunities for personal development, including clubs and leadership roles like the ‘mini-police’.
Areas to improve
- In English, tasks are often not broken down sufficiently, causing pupils to struggle with basics; leaders must ensure teachers follow the curriculum to secure foundational skills.
- Handwriting is not taught consistently, limiting pupils' confidence and success in other subjects; a coherent curriculum for transcription is required.
- In some subjects, teachers occasionally choose activities that do not help pupils accumulate necessary knowledge; further training on selecting purposeful activities is needed.
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 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 51% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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