Abbeyfield Primary Academy
URN: 143052 • Sheffield S3 9AN
Overview
- Name
- Abbeyfield Primary Academy
- URN
- 143052
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- FIVE RIVERS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Abell (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01142420109
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Orphanage Road, Sheffield S3 9AN
Summary
Abbeyfield Primary Academy is a mixed, academy sponsor-led primary school located in Sheffield, accommodating 452 pupils with a capacity of 472. The school is committed to fostering a respectful, ambitious, happy, and safe environment for all students. Its vision emphasizes the importance of diversity, creativity, and independent learning, aiming to inspire a love of learning while nurturing children's confidence.
The curriculum at Abbeyfield is designed to be relevant and innovative, ensuring that all children can engage meaningfully with their education. The school promotes a sense of belonging within a global community and encourages sustainable links with local organizations. The Rights Respecting School Council plays a significant role in shaping the school’s ethos, focusing on respect, safety, and the importance of listening to others.
Parents interested in enrolling their children should note that applications for Reception places must be made through Sheffield City Council, and a place in the nursery does not guarantee admission to the primary school. The academy also offers flexi-schooling options, which can be discussed with the Principal. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Abbeyfield is designed to be relevant and innovative, ensuring that all children can engage meaningfully with their education. The school promotes a sense of belonging within a global community and encourages sustainable links with local organizations. The Rights Respecting School Council plays a significant role in shaping the school’s ethos, focusing on respect, safety, and the importance of listening to others.
Parents interested in enrolling their children should note that applications for Reception places must be made through Sheffield City Council, and a place in the nursery does not guarantee admission to the primary school. The academy also offers flexi-schooling options, which can be discussed with the Principal. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
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- Admissions (other)
- Ethos and Values (other)
- Achievement, Attainment & OFSTED (other)
- Policies (other)
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
- FIVE RIVERS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 472
- Pupils
- 452
- Boys
- 238
- Girls
- 214
- FSM %
- 47.30
- Open date
- 2016-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 452 | 238 | 214 | 472 | 47.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 438 | 211 | 227 | 472 | 43.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 416 | 205 | 211 | 472 | 47.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 416 | 205 | 211 | 472 | 47.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 395 | 190 | 205 | 472 | 46.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 453 | 224 | 229 | 494 | 39.80 |
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