Wingfield Academy, Rotherham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Wingfield Academy creates a genuinely inclusive environment where every pupil feels they belong and are supported. Pupils make excellent academic progress, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, while also developing strong character through the school's focus on respect, responsibility and resilience. The warm relationships between staff and pupils create a 'family feel' that helps vulnerable pupils see school as their safe place.
Key Strengths
- Pupils make excellent progress, with disadvantaged pupils consistently outperforming national peers
- Robust attendance strategy with rapid improvement and notable reduction in persistent absenteeism
- Consistent, evidence-informed teaching model applied across all subjects with excellent subject knowledge
- Strong inclusion practices with tailored support for pupils with SEND and those facing barriers
- High-quality pastoral support and clear behaviour expectations resulting in excellent behaviour across school
Areas for Improvement
- Further develop the personal development programme to be more tailored to school context and pupils' aspirations
- Expand planned programme of trips and visits to enhance pupils' knowledge of areas beyond the local area
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - the school has established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, concerns are actively identified and acted upon, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Cheerleading, debate club, cross stitch, special effects, sports clubs, arts activities, annual musical theatre production, work experience (Year 10), electives programme (Key Stage 3)
Wingfield Academy is a vibrant school where pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, make excellent progress from their starting points. The school has created an inclusive, safe culture with high expectations for behaviour and achievement across all areas.
At a Glance
36.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
25.1
Avg class size
35
Total classes
7 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
117%
Over capacity
990 pupils
845 capacity
145 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Rotherham
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Rotherham
Admissions Demand - Rotherham
Places available
3,677
Applications
2,919
Got 1st preference
91.0%
Got preferred school
96.7%
Secondary admissions across Rotherham (2025/26)
Inspection History(5)
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SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
8.7014%
Overall absence
21.31931%
Persistent absence
1,046
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Wingfield Academy
Rockingham Junior and Infant School
Roughwood Primary School
Greasbrough Primary School
Redscope Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Thornhill Primary School
Kimberworth Community Primary School
Ferham Primary School
Meadow View Primary School
Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School
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