Meersbrook Bank Primary School
Sheffield, S8 9EH · Sheffield · primary school
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33rd 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 the 3,978 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8/10 among them, against 5.3/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Meersbrook Bank Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 17.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8 out of 10 among them, against 5.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in athletics, dance, gymnastics, swimming, and outdoor education, alongside Ridgeway Music. The school offers a School Council, Eco-Council, and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 reached the expected standard? How is the after-school club structured for daily attendance?
What Ofsted said about Meersbrook Bank Primary School
Overview
Meersbrook Bank Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "safe, happy and take pride in their school." The report highlights a "strong sense of community" and effective teaching that enables pupils to flourish, particularly in reading and core subjects.
Strengths
- "Curriculum planning in core subjects is detailed" and sequenced so pupils "revisit important knowledge," leading to effective learning over time.
- There is a "very strong culture of reading for pleasure," with most pupils becoming "fluent readers quickly."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "high quality teaching and support" and follow the same curriculum as their peers.
- "Staff morale is high," and governors are "deeply committed" with a clear knowledge of the school’s strengths and development areas.
- Educational visits, including residential trips, "facilitate pupils’ independence well."
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, "connections between different topics... are not planned thoroughly," meaning pupils do not learn some concepts as well as they could.
- In the early years, staff "do not direct children to activities based on their individual learning needs," preventing optimal learning.
- "Minor omissions" in safeguarding record-keeping prevent leaders from having the "fullest picture" of actions taken regarding pupil welfare.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, though leaders should ensure all actions are recorded in sufficient detail to provide a complete picture of pupil welfare concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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