Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School
108%
Capacity
341
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School
Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Simmerson, 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 13019th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 101st out of 106 in Sheffield.
Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Emmaus Catholic and CofE 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 | Church of England/Roman Catholic |
| Address | Southend Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S2 5FT |
| Headteacher | Helen Simmerson |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.7% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 315 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13019th of 13,686
Nationally
1442nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
101st 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
27%
'23/24
34%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southend Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S2 5FT
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