Fir Vale School
URN: 138925 • Sheffield S4 8GB
Overview
- Name
- Fir Vale School
- URN
- 138925
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142439391
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Owler Lane, Sheffield S4 8GB
Summary
Fir Vale School is a mixed secondary academy located in Sheffield, with a current enrolment of 984 pupils and a capacity of 1,050. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, focusing on both academic and social development. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its core values: Togetherness, Determination, Respect, Achievement, and Kindness, which guide the community in nurturing well-rounded individuals.
The curriculum at Fir Vale encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside creative and vocational options like Performing Arts and Health & Social Care. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering various opportunities for student leadership and career guidance, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for their future paths.
With a significant percentage of pupils (71.6%) eligible for free school meals, Fir Vale School actively promotes inclusivity and community engagement. The school encourages parental involvement through regular communication and events, fostering a collaborative atmosphere between families and staff to support student success. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://firvale.com/.
The curriculum at Fir Vale encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside creative and vocational options like Performing Arts and Health & Social Care. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering various opportunities for student leadership and career guidance, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for their future paths.
With a significant percentage of pupils (71.6%) eligible for free school meals, Fir Vale School actively promotes inclusivity and community engagement. The school encourages parental involvement through regular communication and events, fostering a collaborative atmosphere between families and staff to support student success. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://firvale.com/.
Useful links
- Governors Information (governance)
- Special Educational Needs And Disabilities (sen)
- Up & Coming Events (calendar)
- Website Terms, (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
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 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 984
- Boys
- 501
- Girls
- 483
- FSM %
- 71.60
- Open date
- 2012-11-01
- Close date
- 2025-06-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 984 | 501 | 483 | 1050 | 71.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 981 | 507 | 474 | 1050 | 68.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1000 | 500 | 500 | 1050 | 60.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1000 | 500 | 500 | 1050 | 60.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 967 | 473 | 494 | 1050 | 55.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 947 | 462 | 485 | 1050 | 49.10 |
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