ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE
URN: 147317 • Rotherham S65 1PH
Overview
- Name
- ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE
- URN
- 147317
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 48.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Perdita Mousley (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01709242585
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- My Place, Rotherham S65 1PH
Summary
Rotherham Opportunities College (ROC) is a special post-16 institution located in Rotherham, dedicated to supporting students aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). With a capacity of 80 students, ROC focuses on equipping young people with essential life skills, promoting independence, and preparing them for future employment opportunities. The college offers a tailored curriculum designed to meet individual needs, fostering personal growth and confidence.
At ROC, students engage in a variety of enrichment activities and bespoke learning experiences that enhance their educational journey. The college emphasizes the development of communication skills, resilience, and employability, ensuring that each student is prepared for life beyond the classroom. Support is provided through personalized learning programs, enabling students to set and achieve their personal goals.
ROC is committed to creating a welcoming community where students can thrive. The college actively participates in local initiatives and events, such as Jeans for Genes Day and Pride celebrations, promoting inclusivity and awareness within the community. Through its dedicated approach, ROC aims to empower students to realize their full potential and build a bright future.
At ROC, students engage in a variety of enrichment activities and bespoke learning experiences that enhance their educational journey. The college emphasizes the development of communication skills, resilience, and employability, ensuring that each student is prepared for life beyond the classroom. Support is provided through personalized learning programs, enabling students to set and achieve their personal goals.
ROC is committed to creating a welcoming community where students can thrive. The college actively participates in local initiatives and events, such as Jeans for Genes Day and Pride celebrations, promoting inclusivity and awareness within the community. Through its dedicated approach, ROC aims to empower students to realize their full potential and build a bright future.
Useful links
- Supporting Charities (sen)
- SEND Policy (sen)
- Student Handbook (download)
- Admissions Policy (other)
- Complaints Policy (other)
- Compliments Policy (other)
- Policy Documents (other)
- Prevent Policy (other)
- Safeguarding Adults Policy (other)
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Abbey School (72.4)
- The Rowan Centre (62.7)
- The Willows School (61.2)
- Abbey School (60.2)
- Hilltop School (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Rotherham
- Age range
- 16 - 25
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 80 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 70 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 50 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 40 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 40 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 40 |
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