Highgate Primary Academy
URN: 138701 • Rotherham S63 9AS
Overview
- Name
- Highgate Primary Academy
- URN
- 138701
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Sunley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01709892160
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Nicholas Lane, Rotherham S63 9AS
Summary
Highgate Primary Academy, located in Rotherham and part of the Astrea Academy Trust, serves a mixed-gender population of 356 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 314. The school aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children aged 5-11 can thrive and reach their full potential. The academy emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and understanding the world, fostering positive attitudes towards learning and collaboration.
The school has a strong commitment to community engagement, working closely with families to support each child's development. Highgate Primary Academy has undergone significant improvements since its establishment in 1913, including modern facilities that enhance the learning experience. The Local Governance Committee plays a crucial role in supporting the academy's mission, focusing on driving educational improvement and outcomes.
Highgate Primary Academy also prioritizes the use of Pupil Premium funding to support disadvantaged pupils, ensuring that all students have access to the resources they need to succeed. The school is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of its students and the wider community.
The school has a strong commitment to community engagement, working closely with families to support each child's development. Highgate Primary Academy has undergone significant improvements since its establishment in 1913, including modern facilities that enhance the learning experience. The Local Governance Committee plays a crucial role in supporting the academy's mission, focusing on driving educational improvement and outcomes.
Highgate Primary Academy also prioritizes the use of Pupil Premium funding to support disadvantaged pupils, ensuring that all students have access to the resources they need to succeed. The school is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of its students and the wider community.
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- Governance (governance)
- Open Events (calendar)
- About Astrea (other)
- About Highgate Academy (other)
- Performance Information (other)
- Policies (other)
- Values and Ethos (other)
- Who’s Who? (other)
- Admissions Information (other)
- Term Dates (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
- Barnsley
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 314
- Pupils
- 356
- Boys
- 182
- Girls
- 174
- FSM %
- 38.60
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 356 | 182 | 174 | 314 | 38.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 349 | 181 | 168 | 314 | 36.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 351 | 184 | 167 | 314 | 30.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 351 | 184 | 167 | 314 | 30.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 340 | 178 | 162 | 314 | 31.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 342 | 175 | 167 | 314 | 19.60 |
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