Watercliffe Meadow Community Primary School
URN: 131082 • Sheffield S5 7HL
Overview
- Name
- Watercliffe Meadow Community Primary School
- URN
- 131082
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Read (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01142326603
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Boynton Road, Sheffield S5 7HL
Summary
Watercliffe Meadow Community Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Sheffield, accommodating 482 pupils with a capacity of 472. The school prioritises a nurturing and inclusive environment, where children are encouraged to explore and develop their unique skills and talents. With a significant percentage of students (56.30%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to supporting all families and fostering a sense of community.
The school operates from 8.45 am to 3.15 pm, with additional provisions such as a Breakfast Club starting at 8.00 am and after-school clubs available from 3.15 pm. Admissions are managed by the Local Education Authority, and parents are encouraged to contact the school for guidance on enrolling their children, whether for nursery or primary years.
Watercliffe Meadow aims to instil a love for learning in its students while promoting punctuality and responsibility. The school’s ethos centres on creating a happy and caring atmosphere conducive to academic and personal growth. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://watercliffemeadow.com.
The school operates from 8.45 am to 3.15 pm, with additional provisions such as a Breakfast Club starting at 8.00 am and after-school clubs available from 3.15 pm. Admissions are managed by the Local Education Authority, and parents are encouraged to contact the school for guidance on enrolling their children, whether for nursery or primary years.
Watercliffe Meadow aims to instil a love for learning in its students while promoting punctuality and responsibility. The school’s ethos centres on creating a happy and caring atmosphere conducive to academic and personal growth. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://watercliffemeadow.com.
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 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 472
- Pupils
- 482
- Boys
- 240
- Girls
- 242
- FSM %
- 56.30
- Open date
- 2008-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-02-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 482 | 240 | 242 | 472 | 56.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 497 | 256 | 241 | 472 | 53.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 475 | 246 | 229 | 472 | 50.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 475 | 246 | 229 | 450 | 50.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 477 | 251 | 226 | 450 | 48.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 494 | 270 | 224 | 450 | 43.60 |
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