Aston Academy
Academy converterSecondaryAges 11–18MixedSixth form
Aughton Road, Swallownest, Sheffield, S26 4SF
Associate Principal · Mr James Graham
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Key facts
Pupils1,366Capacity 1,800
OfstedReport cardInspected 28 April 2026
TrustAston Community Education Trust
Free school meals22%
Ofsted
Report card from the inspection on 28 April 2026.
- InclusionNeeds attention
- Curriculum and teachingNeeds attention
- AchievementExpected standard
- Attendance and behaviourExpected standard
- Personal development and wellbeingExpected standard
- Sixth formExpected standard
- Leadership and governanceExpected standard
- SafeguardingMet
Ofsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Year 7 applications close 31 October 2026
For September 2027. Apply through Rotherham council, not the school. National offer day is 1 March 2027.
How to apply in RotherhamNearby schools for the same ages
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- Brinsworth Academy3.3 mi