Herringthorpe Infant School
URN: 106851 • Rotherham S65 2JW
Overview
- Name
- Herringthorpe Infant School
- URN
- 106851
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 68.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Kitchen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01709828959
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chatterton Drive, Rotherham S65 2JW
Summary
Herringthorpe Infant School, located in Rotherham, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 291 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 270. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, with a notable 23% of students eligible for free school meals. Herringthorpe Infant School places a strong emphasis on high aspirations for all children, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring tailored support is available to meet individual educational needs.
The curriculum at Herringthorpe Infant School focuses on foundational skills, particularly through the Read Write Inc programme, which promotes a love for reading among pupils. The school actively engages with the community, exemplified by partnerships with local libraries to enhance students' reading experiences. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum is designed to build upon prior learning, ensuring that all children progress at their own pace while developing essential skills.
Parents can access a wealth of information through the school's website, including policies, performance reports, and updates on school events. Herringthorpe Infant School aims to create a nurturing and enriching environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Herringthorpe Infant School focuses on foundational skills, particularly through the Read Write Inc programme, which promotes a love for reading among pupils. The school actively engages with the community, exemplified by partnerships with local libraries to enhance students' reading experiences. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum is designed to build upon prior learning, ensuring that all children progress at their own pace while developing essential skills.
Parents can access a wealth of information through the school's website, including policies, performance reports, and updates on school events. Herringthorpe Infant School aims to create a nurturing and enriching environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- Our School's SEND Offer & SEND Information Report (sen)
- Rotherham's Local Authority SEND Offer (sen)
- SEND Offer (sen)
- Policies (other)
- Policies & Procedures (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Thorpe Hesley Primary School (81.6)
- Brampton Ellis CofE Primary School (79.0)
- Thorpe Hesley Primary School (76.6)
- Sitwell Infant School (72.7)
- Flanderwell Primary School (71.2)
Key details
- LA
- Rotherham
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 291
- Boys
- 154
- Girls
- 137
- FSM %
- 23.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-01-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 291 | 154 | 137 | 270 | 23.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 289 | 145 | 144 | 270 | 23.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 295 | 152 | 143 | 270 | 24.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 295 | 152 | 143 | 270 | 24.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 307 | 164 | 143 | 270 | 20.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 311 | 164 | 147 | 270 | 15.70 |
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