Grenoside Community Primary School
95%
Capacity
332
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Grenoside Community Primary School
Grenoside Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 332 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 350 places).
Ofsted has rated Grenoside Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rich Lian, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
Grenoside Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 50 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grenoside Community Primary School include Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Grenoside Community 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Norfolk Hill, Sheffield, Sheffield, S35 8QB |
| Headteacher | Rich Lian |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 332 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 332 / 350 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed50
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Norfolk Hill, Sheffield
Sheffield, S35 8QB
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