Shortbrook Primary School
32%
Capacity
114
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Shortbrook Primary School
Shortbrook Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 114 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (32% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shortbrook Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hearnshaw, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5525th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Shortbrook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 11 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Shortbrook Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shortbrook Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Tennis, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Shortbrook 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Westfield Northway, Sheffield, Sheffield, S20 8FB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Hearnshaw |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 114 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 66.3% |
| School Capacity | 114 / 360 (32% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5525th of 13,686
Nationally
565th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
29th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
67%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
16
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westfield Northway, Sheffield
Sheffield, S20 8FB
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