Swinton Fitzwilliam Primary School
Mexborough, S64 8HF · Rotherham · primary school
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14th 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 — 8.3/10 against 3,377 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Swinton Fitzwilliam Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 313 pupils against a stated capacity of 367. 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 maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Swinton Fitzwilliam Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that "aspects of the school’s work may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection," triggering a future graded inspection. While the school remains "welcoming" with high attendance and effective safeguarding, concerns regarding pupil achievement and the precision of internal monitoring require attention.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are "polite and friendly," and enjoy taking on leadership roles such as serving on the school council.
- Parents value the "caring and nurturing environment" and appreciate the strong partnership between home and school.
- Early years provision is effective, with adults promoting communication and language well to prepare children for Year 1.
- Most pupils attend regularly, and absence rates have "significantly decreased" due to clear systems and family support.
- Pupils develop an interest in reading through carefully selected texts that "reflect a variety of cultures."
Areas to improve
- The school must consistently identify and communicate the specific steps needed to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Teachers need to refine strategies to ensure work accurately matches pupils’ prior understanding, avoiding tasks that are either insufficiently challenging or too difficult.
- Leaders and governors must refine systems to check the impact of their actions, as current processes "lack precision" and do not fully consider effects on pupil progress.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 49% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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