Oasis Academy Watermead
103%
Capacity
434
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Watermead
Oasis Academy Watermead is a state-funded None primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 434 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oasis Academy Watermead "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nichola Smith, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9284th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Oasis Academy Watermead is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 55 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
Oasis Academy Watermead parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (51 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 11 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 8 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oasis Academy Watermead include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Oasis Academy Watermead 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 | None |
| Address | Barrie Crescent, Sheffield, Sheffield, S5 8RJ |
| Headteacher | Nichola Smith |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.2% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 420 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9284th of 13,686
Nationally
991st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
56th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
51 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
80
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oasis Academy Watermead
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Contact Information
Barrie Crescent, Sheffield
Sheffield, S5 8RJ
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