Lowfield Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
408
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Lowfield Community Primary School
Lowfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 408 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 414 places).
Ofsted has rated Lowfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Holder, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7611th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Lowfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 50 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lowfield Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Lowfield 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | London Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S2 4NJ |
| Headteacher | Christopher Holder |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.3% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 414 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7611th of 13,686
Nationally
807th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
44th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
60%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lowfield Community Primary School
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Contact Information
London Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S2 4NJ
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