Westways Primary School
97%
Capacity
620
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Westways Primary School
Westways 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 620 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 636 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westways Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charles Hollamby, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1740th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Westways Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 178 applications for 65 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westways Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Westways 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 | Mona Avenue, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 1NE |
| Headteacher | Charles Hollamby |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 620 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 620 / 636 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1740th of 13,686
Nationally
166th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
5th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
79%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed65
178
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mona Avenue, Sheffield
Sheffield, S10 1NE
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