Charnock Hall Primary Academy
Sheffield, S12 3HS · Sheffield · primary school
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16th of 107 primary schools in Sheffield we can score, 132 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.3/10 against 3,899 of them, against 7.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Charnock Hall Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a higher standard for 22.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art, Friendship, and Ukulele Clubs, or Young Voices. Sports include gymnastics, indoor athletics, karate, kickboxing, and cricket, alongside guitar tuition. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 406 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Charnock Hall Primary Academy
Overview
Charnock Hall Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as ambitious, with a curriculum that is engaging, broad, and well-supported by technology and professional development. Pupils are portrayed as happy, safe, and proud of their school, benefiting from a strong culture of personal development and inclusivity.
Strengths
- The school offers an "engaging, broad and ambitious curriculum" where key knowledge and skills are clearly identified.
- Reading is prioritised, with phonics taught "consistently well" and a "strong reading culture" developed.
- The school is "highly inclusive," effectively supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to progress and participate fully.
- Pupils demonstrate "good behaviour," are respectful, and take care of each other and their environment.
- Attendance has "significantly improved," with pupils rarely missing school because they "love learning."
Areas to improve
- Assessments are not always used effectively to check pupils’ understanding, leading to occasional gaps or misconceptions in knowledge that are not identified or corrected.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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