Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
123%
Capacity
516
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 516 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (123% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Evelyn Abram, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9460th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 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 Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School include Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sitwell Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S7 1BE |
| Headteacher | Evelyn Abram |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 516 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.3% |
| School Capacity | 516 / 420 (123% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9460th of 13,686
Nationally
1012th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
59th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
55%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sitwell Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S7 1BE
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