Lydgate Infant School
96%
Capacity
345
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Lydgate Infant School
Lydgate Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 345 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Lydgate Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dewi Bromage, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
Lydgate Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 233 applications for 110 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 108 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lydgate Infant School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Lydgate 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lydgate Lane, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 5FQ |
| Headteacher | Dewi Bromage |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 345 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.8% |
| School Capacity | 345 / 360 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2018. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed110
233
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
108 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lydgate Lane, Sheffield
Sheffield, S10 5FQ
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