Birley Spa Primary Academy
76%
Capacity
319
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Birley Spa Primary Academy
Birley Spa Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 319 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Birley Spa Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Cathy Gibson, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13006th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 100th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Birley Spa Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 20 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birley Spa Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Choir, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Birley Spa Primary Academy 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 | Jermyn Crescent, Sheffield, Sheffield, S12 4QE |
| Headteacher | Cathy Gibson |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 319 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.3% |
| School Capacity | 319 / 420 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13006th of 13,686
Nationally
1441st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
100th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
34%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Jermyn Crescent, Sheffield
Sheffield, S12 4QE
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