Tapton School
URN: 107131 • Sheffield S10 5RG
Overview
- Name
- Tapton School
- URN
- 107131
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- D Bowes (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Darwin Lane, Sheffield S10 5RG
Summary
Tapton School is a mixed community secondary school located in Sheffield, with a capacity of 1,535 students. The school is known for its strong academic performance and is currently oversubscribed in all year groups, reflecting the confidence parents have in its educational offerings. Tapton School follows the Sheffield Local Authority admissions policy, and prospective parents are encouraged to apply through the Secondary Admissions team.
The school hosts the Sheffield Vision Support Service, which provides tailored support for children and young people with vision impairments. This integrated resource ensures that students can fully engage with the school community and curriculum through specialist teaching and support services. The aim is to help these students achieve their potential and develop independence.
Tapton School is committed to fostering a values-led environment that promotes inclusivity and personal growth. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum and various extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students. For more information on policies and admissions, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school directly.
The school hosts the Sheffield Vision Support Service, which provides tailored support for children and young people with vision impairments. This integrated resource ensures that students can fully engage with the school community and curriculum through specialist teaching and support services. The aim is to help these students achieve their potential and develop independence.
Tapton School is committed to fostering a values-led environment that promotes inclusivity and personal growth. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum and various extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students. For more information on policies and admissions, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- Tapton School (78.9)
- King Ecgbert School (76.3)
- Penistone Grammar School (71.4)
- High Storrs School (70.3)
- Notre Dame High School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sheffield
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1535
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1535 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1535 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1535 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1535 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1535 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1535 |
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