Acres Hill Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
233
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Acres Hill Community Primary School
Acres Hill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 235 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Acres Hill Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Anne-Marie Bailey, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 28% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13347th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 104th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Acres Hill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 25 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Acres Hill Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 50% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Acres Hill Community Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Acres Hill Community Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mather Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S9 4GQ |
| Headteacher | Anne-Marie Bailey |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.2% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 235 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (28%)
13347th of 13,686
Nationally
1477th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
104th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
28%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
18%
'23/24
28%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acres Hill Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Mather Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S9 4GQ
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