Eckington School
URN: 112943 • Sheffield S21 4GN
Overview
- Name
- Eckington School
- URN
- 112943
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 55.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Patrick Cummings (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Dronfield Road, Sheffield S21 4GN
Summary
Eckington School is a mixed community secondary school located in Sheffield, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 1,162 students and a capacity of 1,453. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all pupils, fostering both academic and personal growth. With a focus on high standards and a broad curriculum, Eckington School aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future endeavours.
The school has a Free School Meals (FSM) percentage of 9.5%, indicating a diverse student population. This diversity enriches the school community, promoting understanding and collaboration among students from various backgrounds. The ethos of Eckington School centres around respect, resilience, and responsibility, encouraging students to develop into well-rounded individuals.
As of now, the school's website is under development, and further information about specific programmes, extracurricular activities, and support services will be available soon. Parents are encouraged to stay informed about updates and resources that will enhance their children's educational experience at Eckington School.
The school has a Free School Meals (FSM) percentage of 9.5%, indicating a diverse student population. This diversity enriches the school community, promoting understanding and collaboration among students from various backgrounds. The ethos of Eckington School centres around respect, resilience, and responsibility, encouraging students to develop into well-rounded individuals.
As of now, the school's website is under development, and further information about specific programmes, extracurricular activities, and support services will be available soon. Parents are encouraged to stay informed about updates and resources that will enhance their children's educational experience at Eckington School.
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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
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1453
- Pupils
- 1162
- Boys
- 557
- Girls
- 605
- FSM %
- 9.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-03-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1162 | 557 | 605 | 1453 | 9.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1162 | 557 | 605 | 1453 | 9.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1162 | 557 | 605 | 1453 | 9.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1162 | 557 | 605 | 1453 | 9.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1162 | 557 | 605 | 1453 | 9.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1162 | 557 | 605 | 1453 | 9.50 |
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