Dobcroft Junior School
URN: 107035 • Sheffield S7 2LN
Overview
- Name
- Dobcroft Junior School
- URN
- 107035
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Sexton (Mon-Thurs) and Sheree Doyle (Fridays) (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142368075
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pingle Road, Sheffield S7 2LN
Summary
Dobcroft Junior School is a community primary school located in Sheffield, serving 379 pupils aged 7 to 11 years. The school aims to build on the strong foundation provided by its feeder school, Dobcroft Infant School, ensuring that all students are well-prepared for secondary education and future challenges. The school is committed to high educational standards and fosters a values-driven culture that promotes inclusivity and respect for diversity.
The curriculum at Dobcroft Junior School is designed to be engaging, creative, and challenging, employing a variety of teaching methods to inspire students in their learning. In addition to the core academic subjects, the school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including outdoor and adventurous residential trips for all year groups, enhancing the overall educational experience.
The school values collaboration with parents and the wider community, striving to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of "Together We Make a Difference" reflects the school's commitment to fostering a safe and nurturing atmosphere, encouraging students to embrace differences and work together to achieve their best.
The curriculum at Dobcroft Junior School is designed to be engaging, creative, and challenging, employing a variety of teaching methods to inspire students in their learning. In addition to the core academic subjects, the school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including outdoor and adventurous residential trips for all year groups, enhancing the overall educational experience.
The school values collaboration with parents and the wider community, striving to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of "Together We Make a Difference" reflects the school's commitment to fostering a safe and nurturing atmosphere, encouraging students to embrace differences and work together to achieve their best.
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Nearby alternatives
- Malin Bridge Primary School (77.9)
- Oughtibridge Primary School (77.1)
- Totley Primary School (76.6)
- Penistone St John's Voluntary Aided Primary School (76.4)
- Mosborough Primary School (75.6)
Key details
- LA
- Sheffield
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 328
- Pupils
- 379
- Boys
- 200
- Girls
- 179
- FSM %
- 5.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 379 | 200 | 179 | 328 | 5.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 380 | 198 | 182 | 328 | 4.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 419 | 219 | 200 | 328 | 5.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 419 | 219 | 200 | 328 | 5.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 416 | 212 | 204 | 328 | 4.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 410 | 212 | 198 | 328 | 3.70 |
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