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Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School Catchment Area

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

Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Rotherham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 239 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

239

Pupils

210

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2021

Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Whiston Worrygoose Junior and 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: 239 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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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Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School — School Information

Full address
Hall Close Avenue, Whiston, Rotherham, S60 4AG
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
16.5% of pupils
DfE URN
140116

Other Primary Schools in Rotherham

If Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School

Is Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School currently has 239 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School?

Admission to Whiston Worrygoose Junior and 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 Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School cover?

Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School is a primary school in Rotherham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School?

Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.