Best 3 Not applicable schools in Rotherham – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Abbey School (Not applicable) in Rotherham; Kelford School (Not applicable) in Rotherham; Rotherham Aspire (Not applicable) in Rotherham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Abbey School, Kelford School and Rotherham Aspire. They are not applicable phase and academy special sponsor led, academy special converter and pupil referral unit type located around Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Abbey School), published Jun 2019. The lowest is 2 (Kelford School), published Jan 2015. The most recent inspection on record is for Abbey School (Jun 2019). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 500, typical FSM 60–65%, range 50–55%–75–80%; all within the Nexus Multi Academy Trust trust.

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Attribute	Abbey School S61 2RA	Kelford School S61 2NU	Rotherham Aspire S62 5AF
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy special sponsor led	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location	Rotherham South Yorkshire S61 2RA	Rotherham South Yorkshire S61 2NU	Rotherham South Yorkshire S62 5AF
Latest Ofsted	1 9 Jun 2019	2 6 Jan 2015	2 8 Oct 2014
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	50–55% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	75–80% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	205	165	123
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Nexus Multi Academy Trust	Nexus Multi Academy Trust	Rotherham (372)
Website	www.abbeyschool.org	www.kelfordschool.com	rotherhamaspire.org
Telephone	01709740074	01709512088	01709710144
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Abbey School

S61 2RA

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special sponsor led
Location: Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S61 2RA
Ofsted: 1 9 Jun 2019
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Nexus Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.abbeyschool.org
Telephone: 01709740074

Kelford School

S61 2NU

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S61 2NU
Ofsted: 2 6 Jan 2015
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Nexus Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.kelfordschool.com
Telephone: 01709512088

Rotherham Aspire

S62 5AF

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location: Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S62 5AF
Ofsted: 2 8 Oct 2014
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 75–80% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Rotherham (372)
Website: rotherhamaspire.org
Telephone: 01709710144

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.