Pipworth Community Primary School
87%
Capacity
398
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Pipworth Community Primary School
Pipworth 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 398 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pipworth Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Kenyon, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4259th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 106 in Sheffield.
Pipworth Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 26 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 Pipworth Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Pipworth 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 | Pipworth Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S2 1AA |
| Headteacher | Helen Kenyon |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 398 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.4% |
| School Capacity | 398 / 459 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4259th of 13,686
Nationally
423rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
23rd of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
70%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pipworth Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S2 1AA
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