Marlcliffe Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
480
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Marlcliffe Community Primary School
Marlcliffe 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 480 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 501 places).
Ofsted has rated Marlcliffe Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Hayes, 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 7139th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Marlcliffe Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 63 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marlcliffe Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Marlcliffe 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 | Marlcliffe Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S6 4AJ |
| Headteacher | Clare Hayes |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 480 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 480 / 501 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7139th of 13,686
Nationally
755th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
39th 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
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed63
117
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Marlcliffe Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S6 4AJ
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