Newfield Secondary School
URN: 140821 • Sheffield S8 9JP
Overview
- Name
- Newfield Secondary School
- URN
- 140821
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- MERCIA LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ruth Hollingsworth (since 2025) , Co-Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142557331
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lees Hall Road, Sheffield S8 9JP
Summary
Newfield Secondary School is a mixed academy located in Sheffield, serving students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 1,057 pupils, the school prides itself on being inclusive and community-focused, aiming to enhance the life chances of all learners. The school operates under the Mercia Learning Trust, which ensures a seamless transition for students wishing to continue their education at King Ecgbert Sixth Form, provided they meet the entry requirements.
The school’s ethos is built around fostering a culture of knowledge, curiosity, and community values. Newfield emphasizes the importance of good behaviour, hard work, and student participation, which are seen as essential for academic success. Teachers are committed to delivering high-quality education and are encouraged to continuously develop their practice, ensuring that students receive engaging and effective learning experiences.
Newfield School is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who demonstrate exceptional manners and a professional attitude. The supportive environment encourages students to thrive academically and personally, preparing them for future opportunities and choices.
The school’s ethos is built around fostering a culture of knowledge, curiosity, and community values. Newfield emphasizes the importance of good behaviour, hard work, and student participation, which are seen as essential for academic success. Teachers are committed to delivering high-quality education and are encouraged to continuously develop their practice, ensuring that students receive engaging and effective learning experiences.
Newfield School is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who demonstrate exceptional manners and a professional attitude. The supportive environment encourages students to thrive academically and personally, preparing them for future opportunities and choices.
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
- MERCIA LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 1057
- Boys
- 548
- Girls
- 509
- FSM %
- 35.80
- Open date
- 2014-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1057 | 548 | 509 | 1050 | 35.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1041 | 519 | 522 | 1050 | 35.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1031 | 517 | 514 | 1050 | 35.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1031 | 517 | 514 | 1050 | 35.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1048 | 544 | 504 | 1050 | 34.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1039 | 538 | 501 | 1050 | 31.00 |
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