Woodthorpe Primary School
URN: 148690 • Sheffield S13 8DA
Overview
- Name
- Woodthorpe Primary School
- URN
- 148690
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MINERVA LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142399167
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lewis Road, Sheffield S13 8DA
Summary
Woodthorpe Primary School, located in Sheffield, is a mixed academy converter catering to 419 pupils, with a capacity for 455. The school is committed to providing a holistic and dynamic curriculum designed to inspire students and help them make accelerated progress, regardless of their starting points. With a significant percentage of pupils (61.20%) eligible for free school meals, the school acknowledges the challenges many students face outside of the classroom and strives to support their educational journey.
The school places a strong emphasis on physical education, promoting healthy living and inclusion through various sports activities. This focus on well-rounded development is complemented by a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to form positive relationships and collaborate with their peers. Feedback from parents indicates a high level of satisfaction regarding their children's happiness, safety, and behaviour at the school.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Dave Smith, Woodthorpe Primary aims to foster a close partnership with families and the wider community, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive in a stimulating and supportive atmosphere.
The school places a strong emphasis on physical education, promoting healthy living and inclusion through various sports activities. This focus on well-rounded development is complemented by a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to form positive relationships and collaborate with their peers. Feedback from parents indicates a high level of satisfaction regarding their children's happiness, safety, and behaviour at the school.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Dave Smith, Woodthorpe Primary aims to foster a close partnership with families and the wider community, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive in a stimulating and supportive atmosphere.
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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
- MINERVA LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 455
- Pupils
- 419
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 209
- FSM %
- 61.20
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 419 | 210 | 209 | 455 | 61.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 439 | 218 | 221 | 455 | 60.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 423 | 215 | 208 | 455 | 61.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 423 | 215 | 208 | 455 | 61.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 455 |
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