Maltby Redwood Academy
Rotherham, S66 8DL · Rotherham · primary school
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35th 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 — 5.0/10 against 3,510 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 41% | 2.01 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 26% | 1.29 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Maltby Redwood Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, also equal to the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.0 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 202 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 not reaching the higher standard in literacy? What does the daily timetable look like for a Year 6 student? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Maltby Redwood Academy
Overview
Maltby Redwood Academy is described as a school with a strong "family feel" where relationships between staff and pupils are robust. Leaders have established a clear vision and an "ambitious and inspiring curriculum" that has driven significant improvements in behaviour and learning. The report highlights a supportive community where pupils feel safe, valued, and keen to learn.
Strengths
- Staff and pupils share strong relationships, creating a sense of belonging encapsulated by the ‘Team Redwood’ ethos.
- The curriculum is well-designed, sequenced from Nursery to Year 6, and tailored to the needs of the local community.
- Pupils behave well, are polite, and demonstrate respect and tolerance towards others.
- Leaders are ambitious for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the full curriculum.
- Governors and trustees are well informed and effectively support and challenge leaders to deliver the best outcomes.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure all early reading teachers receive up-to-date training to consistently identify and address misconceptions in phonics.
- Monitoring of school improvement priorities, including SEND targets and early years curriculum, lacks rigour and needs to be more robust.
- Not all early years staff have a strong understanding of the curriculum or effective pedagogical approaches, requiring targeted training.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where all adults are aware of local risks and clear systems exist to identify and support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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