Norfolk Community Primary School
97%
Capacity
471
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Norfolk Community Primary School
Norfolk Community 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 471 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 487 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Norfolk Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cath Whittingham, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13171st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 103rd out of 106 in Sheffield.
Norfolk Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 56 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Norfolk Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Cricket, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Norfolk 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Guildford Avenue, Sheffield, Sheffield, S2 2PJ |
| Headteacher | Cath Whittingham |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 471 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.5% |
| School Capacity | 471 / 487 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13171st of 13,686
Nationally
1460th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
103rd of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
32%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Guildford Avenue, Sheffield
Sheffield, S2 2PJ
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