Wales Primary School
Sheffield, S26 5QG · Rotherham · primary school
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17th 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 — 7.6/10 against 3,977 of them, against 7.2/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wales Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join drawing and colouring lunchtime clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 curriculum support pupils who reach the expected standard but not the higher standard? What are the next steps for pupils after the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Wales Primary School
Overview
Wales Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel safe, supported, and proud of their community. The report highlights a positive culture where staff prioritise well-being, and pupils demonstrate respect, independence, and enthusiasm for learning through varied experiences and leadership roles.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and respectful," following the ‘Wales Code’ and engaging enthusiastically in clubs, trips, and community fundraising.
- Reading is prioritised with a "well-established phonics scheme," resulting in outcomes "above national averages" at the end of key stages 1 and 2.
- Mathematics features an "innovative and bespoke curriculum" linked to real-life situations, helping pupils achieve above national outcomes.
- Staff are "ambitious for all pupils," ensuring those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) learn alongside peers with clear, achievable targets.
- Leaders effectively support staff well-being and challenge the school, while attendance rates have improved for many pupils.
Areas to improve
- Ensure all teachers have a "sharp focus on the teaching of early reading" so pupils become fluent readers as quickly as possible, addressing inconsistent lesson pacing.
- Break down the wider curriculum into "clear steps" to prevent intended learning from being too broad, ensuring pupils can remember and build on previous knowledge.
Safeguarding
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 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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