Thorpe Hesley Primary School
URN: 106850 • Rotherham S61 2PL
Overview
- Name
- Thorpe Hesley Primary School
- URN
- 106850
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 81.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Trudi Toms (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Upper Wortley Road, Rotherham S61 2PL
Summary
Thorpe Hesley Primary School is a community school located in Rotherham, catering to approximately 546 pupils from Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 6. The school prides itself on its creative curriculum, which is designed to engage students and foster a love for learning, while consistently achieving outstanding attainment levels that surpass local and national averages. The school also operates its own nursery for children aged two and above.
The ethos at Thorpe Hesley focuses on treating each child as an individual, ensuring their needs and wellbeing are central to the school's mission. A safe and inclusive environment is promoted, where children are encouraged to care for one another and develop essential life skills. The school offers comprehensive wrap-around care, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to support families.
Headteacher Mrs Sarah Hewitt emphasizes the strong commitment of staff and the supportive community, highlighting the importance of collaboration between the school, families, and pupils. This approach fosters responsible citizenship and prepares students to navigate an ever-changing world.
The ethos at Thorpe Hesley focuses on treating each child as an individual, ensuring their needs and wellbeing are central to the school's mission. A safe and inclusive environment is promoted, where children are encouraged to care for one another and develop essential life skills. The school offers comprehensive wrap-around care, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to support families.
Headteacher Mrs Sarah Hewitt emphasizes the strong commitment of staff and the supportive community, highlighting the importance of collaboration between the school, families, and pupils. This approach fosters responsible citizenship and prepares students to navigate an ever-changing world.
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Nearby alternatives
- Brampton Ellis CofE Primary School (79.0)
- Thorpe Hesley Primary School (76.6)
- Sitwell Infant School (72.7)
- Flanderwell Primary School (71.2)
- Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School (71.2)
Key details
- LA
- Rotherham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 478
- Pupils
- 546
- Boys
- 278
- Girls
- 268
- FSM %
- 6.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2020-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-07-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 546 | 278 | 268 | 478 | 6.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 546 | 278 | 268 | 478 | 6.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 546 | 278 | 268 | 478 | 6.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 546 | 278 | 268 | 478 | 6.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 546 | 278 | 268 | 478 | 6.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 546 | 278 | 268 | 478 | 6.10 |
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