Thomas Rotherham College

Thomas Rotherham College delivers an outstanding quality of education, demonstrating exceptional performance in various areas including leadership, management, and the overall quality of education. The college caters to a diverse student body of 1,471, many from disadvantaged backgrounds, and maintains high expectations that motivate students to succeed. While the college has achieved significant progress in helping students pursue higher education and career opportunities, there is a noted need to enhance participation in extracurricular activities.

Strengths

• Outstanding leadership and management
• High-quality teaching leading to swift and secure student progress
• High proportion of students achieving qualifications and progressing to higher education
• Strong support for students with high needs and additional learning needs
• Inclusive and respectful college environment that celebrates diversity

Areas for Improvement

• Limited opportunities for some programs to interact with employers
• Inconsistent participation in extracurricular activities

In 2024–25 Thomas Rotherham College received £6,611 and spent £6,887 for each of its 1,504 pupils. It ended the year with reserves of £97,000 (£64 per pupil).

Across all 4 schools of Inspire Learning Trust, income was £7,672 and spending £7,698 per pupil.

Income per pupil

Spending per pupil

Source: Department for Education, Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool. Each year is the one the financial year ends in (2024 is 2023–24). Academy figures include a share of the trust's central services, shared out by pupil numbers, and are rounded to the nearest £1,000. Premises costs were defined differently from 2024, so compare them across that gap with care.

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All schools in Rotherham · Rotherham local authority: places and applications

Thomas Rotherham College is part of Inspire Learning Trust, which runs 4 schools. The nearest others:

• Oakwood High School Rotherham
• Sitwell Junior School Rotherham
• Winterhill School Rotherham

What is Thomas Rotherham College's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Thomas Rotherham College is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2024.

When was Thomas Rotherham College last inspected by Ofsted?

Thomas Rotherham College was last inspected in May 2024.

What age range does Thomas Rotherham College cover?

Thomas Rotherham College for pupils aged 16 to 19.

Where is Thomas Rotherham College?

Thomas Rotherham College is at Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2BE.