Greengate Lane Academy
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Greengate Lane Academy
Greengate Lane Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greengate Lane Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kara Robinson, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5529th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Greengate Lane Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 11 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 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 Greengate Lane Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Greengate Lane 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 | Greengate Lane, Sheffield, Sheffield, S35 3GT |
| Headteacher | Kara Robinson |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.3% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5529th of 13,686
Nationally
567th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
30th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
67%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 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
Greengate Lane, Sheffield
Sheffield, S35 3GT
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