Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Cath Thomas, 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 10362nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (28 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy include Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy 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 | Pomona Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S11 8JN |
| Headteacher | Cath Thomas |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.5% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2015Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10362nd of 13,686
Nationally
1104th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
70th 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
28 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
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 Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Pomona Street, Sheffield
Sheffield, S11 8JN
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