Marsh Lane Primary School
80%
Capacity
142
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Marsh Lane Primary School
Marsh Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 142 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 177 places).
Ofsted has rated Marsh Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Bramley, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5094th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Marsh Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 18 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marsh Lane Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Marsh Lane Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Sheffield, North East Derbyshire, S21 5RS |
| Headteacher | Alex Bramley |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 142 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 142 / 177 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5094th of 13,686
Nationally
454th of 1,353
In East Midlands
13th of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
68%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 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.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Sheffield
North East Derbyshire, S21 5RS
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