Parson Cross Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Parson Cross Church of England Primary School
Parson Cross Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Parson Cross Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Wright, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10189th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Parson Cross Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 31 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parson Cross Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Parson Cross Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Halifax Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S6 1LB |
| Headteacher | Julie Wright |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.3% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10189th of 13,686
Nationally
1080th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
66th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
52%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Parson Cross Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Halifax Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S6 1LB
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