Phillimore Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
442
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Phillimore Community Primary School
Phillimore Community 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 442 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 462 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Phillimore Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Briggs, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11962nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 88th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Phillimore Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 43 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Phillimore Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Phillimore 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Phillimore Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S9 5EF |
| Headteacher | Gillian Briggs |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.5% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 462 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11962nd of 13,686
Nationally
1308th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
88th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
44%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Phillimore Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S9 5EF
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