Fox Hill Primary
Sheffield, S6 1AZ · Sheffield · primary school
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106th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.0/10 against 557 of them, against 0.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 13.0 · 0 | 62% | 0.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fox Hill Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 13.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 270 pupils against a stated capacity of 354. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard in core subjects? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year? What are the current entry criteria for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about Fox Hill Primary
Overview
Fox Hill Primary is described as a "highly nurturing and supportive" school where staff are "deeply committed" to pupils, including those with special educational needs. While behaviour, personal development, and early years provision are rated Good, the quality of education Requires improvement due to inconsistencies in curriculum clarity and low attendance.
Strengths
- The school provides "high quality support" for pupils with severe needs and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early reading and mathematics are taught well, with staff demonstrating expertise in phonics and ensuring pupils acquire "fundamentals of reading".
- Pupils benefit from a "wide range of extra-curricular experiences" such as multisports, archery, and yoga, which "spark their imaginations".
- The environment is "calm and orderly," with caring adults supporting pupils who struggle to regulate their behaviour.
- Early years provision prepares children well, with adults interacting "purposefully" to develop language and vocabulary.
Areas to improve
- The school must intensify work to improve attendance and punctuality, as "too many pupils do not attend school as often as they should," leading to gaps in knowledge.
- Component knowledge is not "precisely identified" in some subjects, preventing pupils from developing the necessary depth of understanding.
- Work to develop foundational writing skills is "not sufficiently successful," with too many pupils forming letters incorrectly and lacking fluency.
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 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 37% |
| 2024/25 | 13% |
| 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.
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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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