Stannington Infant School
98%
Capacity
177
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Stannington Infant School
Stannington Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Binns, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
Stannington Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 61 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stannington Infant School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Stannington Infant 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Stannington Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S6 6AN |
| Headteacher | Sarah Binns |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed61
100
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stannington Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S6 6AN
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