Waterthorpe Infant School
URN: 107064 • Sheffield S20 7JU
Overview
- Name
- Waterthorpe Infant School
- URN
- 107064
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michelle Clayton -Appleby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142484943
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thorpe Drive, Sheffield S20 7JU
Summary
Waterthorpe Infant School is a community primary school located in Sheffield, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 148 students, the school has a capacity of 180, reflecting a welcoming environment for young learners. Approximately 36.4% of students are eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to supporting families in the local community.
The school’s ethos centres on providing a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to engage students through a variety of subjects, fostering creativity and critical thinking. Parents are encouraged to participate in their child's education, with opportunities for visits and involvement in school activities.
Governance at Waterthorpe is structured to ensure effective oversight and support for the school's aims. The governing body, which includes parent and co-opted governors, meets regularly to discuss school improvement and curriculum matters. The headteacher, Shelly Appleby, has been with the school since 1996, bringing extensive experience to her leadership role.
The school’s ethos centres on providing a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to engage students through a variety of subjects, fostering creativity and critical thinking. Parents are encouraged to participate in their child's education, with opportunities for visits and involvement in school activities.
Governance at Waterthorpe is structured to ensure effective oversight and support for the school's aims. The governing body, which includes parent and co-opted governors, meets regularly to discuss school improvement and curriculum matters. The headteacher, Shelly Appleby, has been with the school since 1996, bringing extensive experience to her leadership role.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- School Opening Times (download)
- School Improvement Plan (download)
- Home (other)
- GDPR Policies (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Waterthorpe Nursery Infant School Improvement Plan (other)
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
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- 148
- Boys
- 82
- Girls
- 66
- FSM %
- 36.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 148 | 82 | 66 | 180 | 36.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 154 | 88 | 66 | 180 | 33.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 157 | 84 | 73 | 180 | 30.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 157 | 84 | 73 | 180 | 30.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 175 | 85 | 90 | 180 | 31.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 173 | 83 | 90 | 180 | 30.60 |
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