Eckington Junior School

URN: 144293 • Sheffield S21 4FL

Overview

Name
Eckington Junior School
URN
144293
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNERS' TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Yvette Cherry (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01246432549
Website
Visit
Address
School Street, Sheffield S21 4FL

Summary

Eckington Junior School, located in Sheffield, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 136 pupils, against a capacity of 239. The school is part of the Learners' Trust, which provides a supportive framework aimed at enhancing educational outcomes. The Trust emphasizes collaboration among schools, ensuring that leaders and teachers have the necessary resources and professional development opportunities to benefit students.

The school community values a culture of safety and well-being, as reflected in recent feedback where 99% of staff believe pupils are safe, and 96% of parents feel the school is well led and managed. This positive environment allows the headteacher to focus on fostering a united and caring atmosphere within the school.

Eckington Junior School also benefits from the Trust's commitment to quick intervention and tailored support when challenges arise. This approach not only enhances the educational experience but also strengthens the school's unique identity while maintaining its autonomy within the Trust framework.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNERS' TRUST
Capacity
239
Pupils
136
Boys
66
Girls
70
FSM %
32.40
Open date
2017-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 136 66 70 239 32.40
2024-09-11 136 67 69 239 37.50
2023-09-11 142 78 64 239 39.40
2022-09-11 142 78 64 239 39.40
2021-09-11 145 85 60 239 35.90
2020-09-11 153 83 70 239 28.10

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