Lound Infant School
81%
Capacity
145
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Lound Infant School
Lound Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 145 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Lound Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Palmer, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
Lound Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 39 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lound Infant School include Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Lound Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sherburn Gate, Sheffield, Sheffield, S35 2EU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Palmer |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 145 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.6% |
| School Capacity | 145 / 180 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2017. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sherburn Gate, Sheffield
Sheffield, S35 2EU
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