Wath Comprehensive School : A Language College
URN: 106954 • Rotherham S63 7NW
Overview
- Name
- Wath Comprehensive School : A Language College
- URN
- 106954
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 46.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jon Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Sandygate, Rotherham S63 7NW
Summary
Wath Comprehensive School, a mixed foundation secondary school located in Rotherham, serves approximately 1,785 students with a capacity for 1,800. The school is part of the Maltby Learning Trust and has a strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity, fostering a supportive community. With a history of academic and sporting achievements, Wath Academy aims to provide a holistic educational experience that prepares students for success in a competitive world.
The curriculum is designed to develop both academic skills and character, with an emphasis on resilience and responsible citizenship. Enrichment activities are integrated into the school day, offering students over 70 options to explore new interests and passions. This approach is aimed at broadening students' horizons and enhancing their overall development.
Wath Academy prioritises high-quality teaching and professional development for staff, ensuring that every lesson is engaging and effective. The school’s commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in its recent outstanding OFSTED judgement in four out of five inspection areas, highlighting the dedication to providing exceptional learning experiences for all students.
The curriculum is designed to develop both academic skills and character, with an emphasis on resilience and responsible citizenship. Enrichment activities are integrated into the school day, offering students over 70 options to explore new interests and passions. This approach is aimed at broadening students' horizons and enhancing their overall development.
Wath Academy prioritises high-quality teaching and professional development for staff, ensuring that every lesson is engaging and effective. The school’s commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in its recent outstanding OFSTED judgement in four out of five inspection areas, highlighting the dedication to providing exceptional learning experiences for all students.
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Key details
- LA
- Rotherham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1800
- Pupils
- 1785
- Boys
- 861
- Girls
- 924
- FSM %
- 14.30
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2019-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-03-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1785 | 861 | 924 | 1800 | 14.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1785 | 861 | 924 | 1800 | 14.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1785 | 861 | 924 | 1800 | 14.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1785 | 861 | 924 | 1800 | 14.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1785 | 861 | 924 | 1800 | 14.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1785 | 861 | 924 | 1800 | 14.30 |
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