Bankwood Primary School
86%
Capacity
435
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Bankwood Primary School
Bankwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 435 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 504 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bankwood Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher James Marshall, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 24% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13491st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 106th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Bankwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 45 places, making it 1.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bankwood Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 70.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Bankwood 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bankwood Close, Sheffield, Sheffield, S14 1LW |
| Headteacher | James Marshall |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 435 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 70.7% |
| School Capacity | 435 / 504 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (24%)
13491st of 13,686
Nationally
1492nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
106th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
24%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
47
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (89% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bankwood Close, Sheffield
Sheffield, S14 1LW
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