High Hazels Nursery Infant Academy
About High Hazels Nursery Infant Academy
High Hazels Nursery Infant Academy in Sheffield is a state primary for children aged 3 to 7, and it is clearly a popular choice among local families. The school currently has 307 pupils on roll, which is 37 above its official capacity of 270, indicating that it is operating beyond its intended size. Demand is strong: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 98 applications for 65 places, with all 65 first-preference applicants offered a spot, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.51. The pupil demographic is notably diverse in terms of disadvantage, with 53% of children eligible for free school meals. This is significantly higher than the national average for primary schools, which typically sits around 23%, and suggests the school serves a community with above-average levels of economic deprivation. The school is non-religious and co-educational, with a nursery provision attached, making it a straightforward option for families seeking an infant school close to home.
Key Details
The full report on this school
The inspection in plain English, admissions context, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2023Latest monitoring visit (11 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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