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Sitwell Junior School Catchment Area

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

Sitwell Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Rotherham , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 306 pupils, and a capacity of 300 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

306

Pupils

300

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Sitwell Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Sitwell Junior 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: 306 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 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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Sitwell Junior School — School Information

Full address
Sitwell Junior School, Grange Road, Rotherham, S60 3LA
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
15% of pupils
DfE URN
141060

Other Primary Schools in Rotherham

If Sitwell Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sitwell Junior School

Is Sitwell Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Sitwell Junior School currently has 306 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Sitwell Junior School?

Admission to Sitwell Junior 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 Sitwell Junior School cover?

Sitwell Junior School is a primary school in Rotherham, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Sitwell Junior School?

Sitwell Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.