Kimberworth Community Primary School
Rotherham, S61 1HE · Rotherham · primary school
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40th 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 — 5.1/10 against 1,515 of them, against 4.1/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Kimberworth Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 246 pupils against a stated capacity of 316. 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 working towards the higher standard in literacy and numeracy? What does a typical day look like for a child in the middle years? How does the school engage parents in their child’s progress monitoring?
What Ofsted said about Kimberworth Community Primary School
Overview
Kimberworth Community Primary School is described as a "friendly and welcoming" institution where pupils feel a "strong sense of belonging." The report highlights a "calm atmosphere" with positive behaviour, noting that bullying is rare and relationships are "warm and respectful." Leaders have developed an "ambitious curriculum" since the previous inspection, resulting in high expectations for achievement and effective pastoral support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Mathematics teaching is effective, with teachers using "skilful questioning" to address knowledge gaps, leading to strong pupil outcomes.
- The early years provision is praised for nurturing children well, with staff prioritising language development and creating an environment that "sparks their curiosity."
- Personal development is supported by a curriculum that fosters "mature attitudes to inclusion and diversity," with pupils readily volunteering for roles such as junior librarian.
- Attendance rates are high, and leaders "quickly identify pupils who are absent more often than their peers" to provide targeted support.
- Governors have improved their oversight, providing "effective challenge and support" to secure school improvements.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, such as history, the "important knowledge and concepts" are not clearly identified, meaning pupils may recite facts without understanding their relevance or deeper concepts.
- The early reading curriculum lacks consistency in implementation, with occasional teaching that is "not precise enough," requiring further staff training and thorough monitoring.
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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