Harthill Primary School
Sheffield, S26 7YH · Rotherham · primary school
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49th 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 4,236 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9/10 among them, against 4.2/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 62% | 2.26 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Harthill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs for recorders, choir, sewing, nature, Scouting skills, book club, exciting writing, and computing. Sports include netball, gymnastics, and orienteering. Arts and music activities cover colouring, lego, construction, cooking, food hygiene, and mindfulness. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 149 pupils against a stated capacity of 181. 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 are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Harthill Primary School
Overview
Harthill Primary School is a well-led academy where pupils feel valued, safe, and enthusiastic about their learning. The school fosters a strong sense of belonging and kindness, with staff maintaining high expectations that help the majority of pupils achieve well. Early years provision is particularly strong, leaving children well prepared for future learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with careful design for mixed-age classes to ensure progressive knowledge building.
- Early years provision is outstanding, offering a "stimulating and nurturing environment" that promotes curiosity and independence.
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of "kindness and politeness" and show clear understanding of behaviour expectations.
- Staff have "secure subject knowledge," particularly in phonics, where well-matched books support rapid progress in reading.
- The school empowers pupils through leadership roles, such as peer mentoring and school council campaigns, contributing positively to the community.
Areas to improve
- Tasks in the wider curriculum do not consistently enable pupils to apply learning in sufficient depth, resulting in work standards below those in core subjects.
- Assessment is not used effectively enough to check understanding in the wider curriculum, meaning gaps in learning are not always identified.
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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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