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Windmill Hill Primary School

Windmill Hill Primary School

Sheffield, S35 1ZDPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

74%

Capacity

278

Pupils

2.2x

Demand

About Windmill Hill Primary School

Windmill Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 278 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Windmill Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nikki Abbott, it falls under Sheffield local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6159th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 106 in Sheffield.

Windmill Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 35 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Windmill Hill Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Windmill Hill 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressAsh View, Sheffield, Sheffield, S35 1ZD
HeadteacherNikki Abbott
Local AuthoritySheffield
Number of Pupils278
Free School Meals (FSM)18.3%
School Capacity278 / 378 (74% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

22 Jun 2022
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (22 Jun 2022): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)

6159th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

641st of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

36th of 106

In Sheffield

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

65%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:77%
Higher:19%
Writing
Expected:72%
Higher:16%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:84%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable -3%

'22/23

68%

'23/24

65%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
Forest SchoolMusic RoomsICT SuitePlaying FieldsOutdoor PlaygroundLibrarySports HallGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

AthleticsCricketNetballGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubArt ClubGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

35

Applications

76

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

32 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Windmill Hill Primary School

Windmill Hill Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01142468550windmillhill.sheffield.sch.uk/

Ash View, Sheffield

Sheffield, S35 1ZD

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Ash View, Sheffield

Sheffield, S35 1ZD

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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