Woodthorpe Primary School
92%
Capacity
419
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Woodthorpe Primary School
Woodthorpe 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 419 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 455 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodthorpe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Smith, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9544th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 106 in Sheffield.
Woodthorpe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 38 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
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 Woodthorpe Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, Woodthorpe 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 | Lewis Road, Sheffield, Sheffield, S13 8DA |
| Headteacher | David Smith |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.2% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 455 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9544th of 13,686
Nationally
1023rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
61st of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
55%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lewis Road, Sheffield
Sheffield, S13 8DA
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