Hucklow Primary School
121%
Capacity
509
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Hucklow Primary School
Hucklow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 509 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hucklow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Duckworth, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7288th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Hucklow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 40 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Hucklow Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hucklow Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Hucklow 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hucklow Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S5 6TB |
| Headteacher | Laura Duckworth |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 509 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.4% |
| School Capacity | 509 / 420 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7288th of 13,686
Nationally
768th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
40th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
62%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hucklow Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S5 6TB
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