Wisewood Community Primary School
76%
Capacity
183
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Wisewood Community Primary School
Wisewood Community 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 183 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wisewood Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Austin, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2680th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Wisewood Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 10 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wisewood Community Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Wisewood Community 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 | Ben Lane, Sheffield, Sheffield, S6 4SD |
| Headteacher | Claire Austin |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.6% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 242 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2680th of 13,686
Nationally
256th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
13th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
75%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
40
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ben Lane, Sheffield
Sheffield, S6 4SD
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