Archdale School

URN: 107177 • Sheffield S2 1PL

Overview

Name
Archdale School
URN
107177
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine Shipton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01142726165
Website
Visit
Address
Archdale Road, Sheffield S2 1PL

Summary

Archdale School is a community special school located in Sheffield, catering to children aged three to eleven with profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, and complex medical needs. The school serves a city-wide catchment area and prioritises the individual needs of its pupils through a tailored curriculum that includes four distinct pathways: Purple for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Yellow, Orange, or Red for Key Stage 1 and 2.

The school’s facilities, which were restructured and refurbished in 2015, include specialized areas such as hydrotherapy and sensory rooms, designed to support the diverse learning and sensory needs of students. Archdale School promotes a collaborative approach, working closely with local authorities and NHS professionals to enhance the educational experience and wellbeing of its pupils.

Archdale School is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages full participation in the wider community. The school actively engages with parents and carers, providing resources and information to ensure a collaborative approach to each child's education and development.

Key details

LA
Sheffield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
96
Boys
63
Girls
33
FSM %
53.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 96 63 33 53.30
2024-09-11 95 63 32 54.40
2023-09-11 96 56 40 52.90
2022-09-11 96 56 40 52.90
2021-09-11 92 56 36 44.00
2020-09-11 93 57 36 36.70

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