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Milton School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Milton School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Mexborough, Rotherham , serving pupils aged 4–16, with 167 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–16

Age range

167

Pupils

150

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2022

Milton School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Milton School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Rotherham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 167 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Rotherham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Milton School — School Information

Full address
Storey Street, Swinton, Mexborough, S64 8QG
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
52.1% of pupils
DfE URN
150133

Frequently Asked Questions — Milton School

Is Milton School oversubscribed?

Yes — Milton School currently has 167 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Milton School?

Admission to Milton School is managed by Rotherham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Milton School cover?

Milton School is a not applicable school in Mexborough, Rotherham, serving pupils aged 4–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Milton School?

Milton School was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.