Wickersley Northfield Primary School
URN: 141337 • Rotherham S66 2HL
Overview
- Name
- Wickersley Northfield Primary School
- URN
- 141337
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WHITE WOODS PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kizzi Matanga (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01709543704
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Northfield Lane, Rotherham S66 2HL
Summary
Wickersley Northfield Primary School, located in Rotherham, is an academy sponsor-led institution within the White Woods Primary Academy Trust. The school caters to a mixed-gender population of 445 pupils, with a capacity for 446. It emphasizes a child-centred approach, fostering collaboration, curiosity, and challenge in its curriculum. The school aims to create a safe and supportive environment for all students, promoting positive relationships through restorative practices.
The curriculum at Wickersley Northfield prioritises reading and language development, with dedicated library areas and daily reading sessions using high-quality texts. This focus helps students engage in meaningful discussions about literature, enhancing their vocabulary and empathy. The school also sets aspirational targets for its pupils, ensuring they receive the necessary support and challenge to reach their full potential.
Community involvement is evident through initiatives like the School Council's "HappinessB4Hate" campaign, which addresses hate crime and promotes inclusivity. Wickersley Northfield Primary School is committed to providing a nurturing educational experience that prepares students for future challenges while fostering a love for learning.
The curriculum at Wickersley Northfield prioritises reading and language development, with dedicated library areas and daily reading sessions using high-quality texts. This focus helps students engage in meaningful discussions about literature, enhancing their vocabulary and empathy. The school also sets aspirational targets for its pupils, ensuring they receive the necessary support and challenge to reach their full potential.
Community involvement is evident through initiatives like the School Council's "HappinessB4Hate" campaign, which addresses hate crime and promotes inclusivity. Wickersley Northfield Primary School is committed to providing a nurturing educational experience that prepares students for future challenges while fostering a love for learning.
Useful links
- Vacancies (other)
- Administer Site (other)
- School Jotter (other)
- school website (other)
- Webanywhere (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
- Rotherham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WHITE WOODS PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 446
- Pupils
- 445
- Boys
- 237
- Girls
- 208
- FSM %
- 10.00
- Open date
- 2014-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 445 | 237 | 208 | 446 | 10.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 443 | 230 | 213 | 446 | 8.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 452 | 237 | 215 | 446 | 9.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 452 | 237 | 215 | 446 | 9.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 448 | 237 | 211 | 419 | 9.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 451 | 228 | 223 | 419 | 7.20 |
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