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Thurcroft Infant School Catchment Area

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

Thurcroft Infant School is a academy converter primary school in ROTHERHAM , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 242 pupils, and a capacity of 241 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

242

Pupils

241

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Thurcroft Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thurcroft Infant 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: 242 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 241 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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Thurcroft Infant School — School Information

Full address
Locksley Drive, Thurcroft, ROTHERHAM, S66 9NT
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
32.1% of pupils
DfE URN
146866

Other Primary Schools in ROTHERHAM

If Thurcroft Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in ROTHERHAM are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thurcroft Infant School

Is Thurcroft Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — Thurcroft Infant School currently has 242 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 241 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Thurcroft Infant School?

Admission to Thurcroft Infant 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 Thurcroft Infant School cover?

Thurcroft Infant School is a primary school in ROTHERHAM, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Thurcroft Infant School?

Thurcroft Infant School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.