Pye Bank CofE Primary School
108%
Capacity
455
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Pye Bank CofE Primary School
Pye Bank CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pye Bank CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhea Kurcewicz, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12306th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 90th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Pye Bank CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 50 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pye Bank CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Eco Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Pye Bank CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Andover Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S3 9EF |
| Headteacher | Rhea Kurcewicz |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.1% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12306th of 13,686
Nationally
1343rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
90th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
41%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Andover Street, Sheffield
Sheffield, S3 9EF
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