Lower Meadow Primary School

URN: 142937 • Sheffield S8 8EE

Overview

Name
Lower Meadow Primary School
URN
142937
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jane Dawtry (since 2025)
Telephone
01142372700
Website
Visit
Address
Batemoor Road, Sheffield S8 8EE

Summary

Lower Meadow Primary School, located in Sheffield and part of the Astrea Academy Trust, serves a diverse community, including the areas of Batemoor, Jordanthorpe, and Lowedges. The school has a mixed-gender population of 297 pupils, with a capacity of 315. A significant percentage of students, 68.60%, are eligible for Free School Meals, reflecting the school's commitment to inclusivity and support for all families.

The school prides itself on fostering a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically and personally. Led by Principal Mrs. Jane Dawtry, Lower Meadow emphasizes a varied curriculum that encourages curiosity and lifelong learning. The school’s values—Tenacity, Empathy, Curiosity, Happiness, and Scholarship—are integral to its ethos and are reinforced through assemblies and rewards.

Lower Meadow Primary is supported by a Local Governance Committee that focuses on improving educational outcomes. The school actively engages with families and encourages visits to better understand its community and educational approach. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.

Key details

LA
Sheffield
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
315
Pupils
297
Boys
162
Girls
135
FSM %
68.60
Open date
2016-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 297 162 135 315 68.60
2024-09-11 304 171 133 315 70.20
2023-09-11 283 158 125 315 72.80
2022-09-11 283 158 125 315 72.80
2021-09-11 281 150 131 315 64.80
2020-09-11 300 147 153 315 57.50

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