Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School

URN: 106876 • Rotherham S62 5QW

Overview

Name
Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School
URN
106876
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Blythe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01709710599
Website
Visit
Address
South Street, Rotherham S62 5QW

Summary

Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School is a community primary school located in Rotherham, accommodating 119 pupils with a capacity of 180. The school has a long-standing history of over 128 years, emphasizing a nurturing environment where children can thrive. The ethos of the school is centred around being ‘Happy, Secure and Successful,’ which guides their approach to education.

The curriculum at Rawmarsh Ryecroft is designed to be engaging and stimulating, fostering a love of learning among students. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with families to ensure that each child receives the support they need to reach their potential. Core values such as resilience, respect, care, community, and achievement are integral to the school's culture and are embedded in daily activities.

With a significant percentage of pupils (33.6%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to inclusivity and support for all families. The leadership, under Headteacher Mrs Kate Blythe, encourages open communication with parents, welcoming inquiries and visits to discuss the school community and its offerings.

Key details

LA
Rotherham
Age range
5 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
119
Boys
60
Girls
59
FSM %
33.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 119 60 59 180 33.60
2024-09-11 130 57 73 180 35.40
2023-09-11 170 74 96 180 34.70
2022-09-11 170 74 96 180 34.70
2021-09-11 169 80 89 180 33.10
2020-09-11 177 78 99 180 22.60

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