Carfield Primary School
84%
Capacity
593
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Carfield Primary School
Carfield 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 593 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 708 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carfield Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Hannan Mohammed, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6154th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Carfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 47 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
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 Carfield Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Carfield 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 | Argyle Close, Sheffield, Sheffield, S8 9HJ |
| Headteacher | Hannan Mohammed |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 593 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 593 / 708 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6154th of 13,686
Nationally
639th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
35th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
65%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Argyle Close, Sheffield
Sheffield, S8 9HJ
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