Wickersley School and Sports College

URN: 140646 • Rotherham S66 1JL

Overview

Name
Wickersley School and Sports College
URN
140646
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WICKERSLEY PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
69.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tony Hardcastle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01709542147
Website
Visit
Address
Bawtry Road, Rotherham S66 1JL

Summary

Wickersley School and Sports College is a mixed secondary academy located in Rotherham, catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of approximately 2,060 pupils, including 330 in a popular sixth form, the school prides itself on being a comprehensive institution that serves a diverse range of abilities, needs, and backgrounds. It is part of the Wickersley Partnership Trust, which includes several primary and secondary schools.

The school’s ethos, encapsulated in "The Wickersley Way," focuses on fostering independence, responsibility, and resilience among students. Wickersley aims to equip all students not only with strong academic qualifications, particularly in GCSEs, but also with essential life skills to navigate future challenges. The curriculum is designed to be challenging yet supportive, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Wickersley School and Sports College emphasizes a high challenge-low fear environment, encouraging students to engage actively in their learning without the fear of making mistakes. The school is committed to providing quality education and pastoral care, ensuring that all students are supported in achieving their personal best.

Key details

LA
Rotherham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WICKERSLEY PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Capacity
2280
Pupils
2002
Boys
996
Girls
1006
FSM %
17.80
Open date
2014-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 2002 996 1006 2280 17.80
2024-09-11 2050 1021 1029 2280 15.10
2023-09-11 2117 1053 1064 2280 13.30
2022-09-11 2117 1053 1064 2280 13.30
2021-09-11 2124 1021 1103 1923 11.80
2020-09-11 2119 1032 1087 1923 9.10

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