Malin Bridge Primary School
107%
Capacity
619
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Malin Bridge Primary School
Malin Bridge 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 619 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 577 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Chris Hague, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4761st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Malin Bridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 181 applications for 76 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Malin Bridge Primary School include Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Swimming, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Art Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Malin Bridge 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 | Dykes Lane, Sheffield, Sheffield, S6 4RH |
| Headteacher | Chris Hague |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 619 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 619 / 577 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4761st of 13,686
Nationally
481st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
24th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed76
181
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 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
Dykes Lane, Sheffield
Sheffield, S6 4RH
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