Thurcroft Junior Academy

URN: 138357 • Rotherham S66 9DD

Overview

Name
Thurcroft Junior Academy
URN
138357
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ruth Stone (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01709543194
Website
Visit
Address
Green Arbour Road, Rotherham S66 9DD

Summary

Thurcroft Junior Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Rotherham, serving 291 pupils with a capacity of 280. The school is dedicated to providing high-quality learning and teaching, ensuring that every child reaches their full potential, regardless of their background or abilities. The academy's mission, "Joir en bien" (Take joy in good), reflects its commitment to inclusivity and mutual respect within the school community.

The curriculum at Thurcroft closely follows the National Curriculum, with a strong emphasis on history. Pupils engage in a structured learning journey that includes thematic big questions and collaborative activities, fostering critical thinking and discussion. The school utilizes a variety of resources to enhance learning and encourages students to document their progress through creative projects, such as double-page spreads in history books.

Thurcroft Junior Academy also prioritises the promotion of British values, including democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect. The school actively collaborates with the local community to support students in becoming responsible members of society, while ensuring their welfare and safeguarding are paramount. For more information, visit their website at www.thurcroftacademy.org.

Key details

LA
Rotherham
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
ASTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
280
Pupils
291
Boys
148
Girls
143
FSM %
45.70
Open date
2012-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-07-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
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Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 291 148 143 280 45.70
2024-09-11 274 137 137 280 45.30
2023-09-11 276 139 137 280 40.90
2022-09-11 276 139 137 280 40.90
2021-09-11 261 135 126 280 41.00
2020-09-11 270 157 113 280 35.60

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