Rainbow Forge Primary Academy
91%
Capacity
350
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Rainbow Forge Primary Academy
Rainbow Forge Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 350 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 384 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rainbow Forge Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Roberta Reilly, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12880th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 98th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Rainbow Forge Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 45 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 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 Rainbow Forge Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Rainbow Forge 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beighton Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S12 4LQ |
| Headteacher | Roberta Reilly |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 384 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12880th of 13,686
Nationally
1427th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
98th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
36%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
61
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beighton Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S12 4LQ
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