Totley Primary School
URN: 140596 • Sheffield S17 4FB
Overview
- Name
- Totley Primary School
- URN
- 140596
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MERCIA LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ben Paxman (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142364482
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sunnyvale Road, Sheffield S17 4FB
Summary
Totley Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Sheffield, serving approximately 423 pupils with a capacity for 425. The school is situated near the Peak District, providing a unique community context that enriches the educational experience. Under the leadership of Headteacher Ben Paxman, the school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally.
The school's ethos centres on the belief that strong relationships and wellbeing are essential for children's development. Totley Primary offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to build subject knowledge and ensure that all children become fluent readers by the age of seven. The school places significant emphasis on play, dedicating 20% of the school day to high-quality play opportunities, which are integral to children's growth.
Totley Primary School values inclusivity and aims to support every child's journey through education. The school motto, "Good Friends Stick Together," reflects its focus on community and positive relationships, encouraging older students to be role models for younger peers. Parents interested in admissions for Reception can find further information on the Sheffield City Council website.
The school's ethos centres on the belief that strong relationships and wellbeing are essential for children's development. Totley Primary offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to build subject knowledge and ensure that all children become fluent readers by the age of seven. The school places significant emphasis on play, dedicating 20% of the school day to high-quality play opportunities, which are integral to children's growth.
Totley Primary School values inclusivity and aims to support every child's journey through education. The school motto, "Good Friends Stick Together," reflects its focus on community and positive relationships, encouraging older students to be role models for younger peers. Parents interested in admissions for Reception can find further information on the Sheffield City Council website.
Useful links
- Mercia Learning Trust (other)
- https://t.co/5W4Kq4oHCo (other)
- https://t.co/C6SuwpmBl7 (other)
- https://t.co/Di8pothPEe (other)
- https://t.co/IoMSImHl0C (other)
- https://t.co/nn1Nyhs9K2 (other)
- https://t.co/rH44XRzKAL (other)
- https://t.co/spd3D31GdV (other)
- @junipered (other)
- Working for MLT (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Malin Bridge Primary School (77.9)
- Oughtibridge Primary School (77.1)
- Penistone St John's Voluntary Aided Primary School (76.4)
- Mosborough Primary School (75.6)
- Hunter's Bar Junior School (74.8)
Key details
- LA
- Sheffield
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MERCIA LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 425
- Pupils
- 423
- Boys
- 203
- Girls
- 220
- FSM %
- 8.00
- Open date
- 2014-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-07-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 423 | 203 | 220 | 425 | 8.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 423 | 203 | 220 | 425 | 9.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 400 | 183 | 217 | 425 | 10.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 400 | 183 | 217 | 420 | 10.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 372 | 166 | 206 | 360 | 10.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 338 | 155 | 183 | 330 | 9.80 |
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