Walkley Primary School
95%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Walkley Primary School
Walkley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Walkley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Wallis, 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 5261st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Walkley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 52 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Walkley Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Walkley 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Burnaby Crescent, Sheffield, Sheffield, S6 2RZ |
| Headteacher | Christopher Wallis |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 472 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 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%)
5261st of 13,686
Nationally
546th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
28th 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
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed52
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walkley Primary School
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Contact Information
Burnaby Crescent, Sheffield
Sheffield, S6 2RZ
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