Hilltop School

URN: 142795 • Rotherham S66 8AZ

Overview

Name
Hilltop School
URN
142795
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
NEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam MacDonald (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
01709813386
Website
Visit
Address
Larch Road, Rotherham S66 8AZ

Summary

Hilltop School is a designated special day school located in Rotherham, catering to students aged 2 to 19 with severe and profound and/or multiple learning difficulties. The school operates across two sites: the Maltby site for Early Years, primary, and Key Stage 3, and the Forest View site for Key Stage 4 and post-16 education. Hilltop School is committed to providing personalised learning pathways tailored to the unique needs of each student.

The school fosters a supportive and nurturing environment, emphasising teamwork, care, and empathy. Staff are trained to address the physical, medical, social, emotional, and educational needs of students, with strong links to various therapeutic agencies. Facilities include a Hydrotherapy Swimming Pool, sensory rooms, and a Forest School area, enhancing the learning experience.

As part of the Nexus Multi Academy Trust, Hilltop School aims to empower students to become independent and valued individuals. The school encourages open communication with families and offers regular opportunities for prospective students and their families to visit and learn more about the school's offerings.

Key details

LA
Rotherham
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
NEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
164
Pupils
183
Boys
144
Girls
39
FSM %
44.80
Open date
2016-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 183 144 39 164 44.80
2024-09-11 147 117 30 164 43.30
2023-09-11 132 109 23 103 41.80
2022-09-11 132 109 23 103 41.80
2021-09-11 134 108 26 103 31.30
2020-09-11 127 96 31 103 34.00

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