Woodhouse West Primary School
115%
Capacity
403
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Woodhouse West Primary School
Woodhouse West 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 403 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 351 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodhouse West Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anne-Marie Bailey, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11852nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 106 in Sheffield.
Woodhouse West Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Woodhouse West Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 51% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodhouse West Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Art Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Woodhouse West 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 | Coisley Hill, Sheffield, Sheffield, S13 7BP |
| Headteacher | Anne-Marie Bailey |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.0% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 351 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11852nd of 13,686
Nationally
1293rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
86th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodhouse West Primary School
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Contact Information
Coisley Hill, Sheffield
Sheffield, S13 7BP
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