Meersbrook Bank Primary School
106%
Capacity
223
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Meersbrook Bank Primary School
Meersbrook Bank Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 223 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Meersbrook Bank Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Harvey, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8824th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Meersbrook Bank Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 26 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Meersbrook Bank Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia). Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Meersbrook Bank Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Gardening, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Meersbrook Bank 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Derbyshire Lane, Sheffield, Sheffield, S8 9EH |
| Headteacher | Gemma Harvey |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.4% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 210 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8824th of 13,686
Nationally
940th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
50th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
57%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed26
86
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Derbyshire Lane, Sheffield
Sheffield, S8 9EH
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