Wharncliffe Side Primary School
101%
Capacity
152
Pupils
5.8x
Demand
About Wharncliffe Side Primary School
Wharncliffe Side 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 152 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 150 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wharncliffe Side Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matt Gaughan, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11786th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 83rd out of 106 in Sheffield.
Wharncliffe Side Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 6 places, making it 5.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wharncliffe Side Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Wharncliffe Side 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 | Brightholmlee Lane, Sheffield, Sheffield, S35 0DD |
| Headteacher | Matt Gaughan |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 152 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 152 / 150 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11786th of 13,686
Nationally
1284th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
83rd of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
35
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brightholmlee Lane, Sheffield
Sheffield, S35 0DD
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