Renishaw Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Renishaw Primary School
Renishaw Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Renishaw Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Simon Fuller, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10887th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Renishaw Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 14 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Renishaw Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Renishaw Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Swimming, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Renishaw Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Hague Lane, Sheffield, North East Derbyshire, S21 3UR |
| Headteacher | Simon Fuller |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.4% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10887th of 13,686
Nationally
1048th of 1,353
In East Midlands
28th of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
25%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hague Lane, Sheffield
North East Derbyshire, S21 3UR
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