Meynell Nursery & Primary School
Sheffield, S5 8GN · Sheffield · primary school
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61st 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 — 5.6/10 against 281 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Meynell Nursery & Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 482 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
Since the percentage of pupils reaching the higher standard is 2.0%, what specific support is available for those aiming for higher attainment? How does the school manage class sizes when the total roll exceeds the designated capacity?
What Ofsted said about Meynell Nursery & Primary School
Overview
This inspection found that Meynell Community Primary School is a place where pupils develop a strong sense of emotional and physical safety, surrounded by caring adults. Leaders have made significant improvements to the educational offer, resulting in pupils who “enjoy, value, and love coming to school” and show enthusiasm for learning. The school has moved from a previous rating of ‘Requires improvement’ to ‘Good’ across all key judgement areas.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a “highly ambitious curriculum” designed to provide deep knowledge, with a “clear and well-taught phonics curriculum” that fosters fluent reading.
- Behaviour management has transformed, with pupils knowing they will be “listened to, understood, and cared for,” and bullying dealt with quickly.
- Robust systems are in place to identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they are “skilfully supported throughout school.”
- Early years provision gives children a “strong start,” with carefully planned curricula that build solid foundations and use high-quality subject-specific vocabulary.
- Leaders and governors provide “high-quality challenge and support,” maintaining a shared sense of mission and accurate performance monitoring.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum implementation is inconsistent in some subjects, meaning activity choices do not always allow all pupils to build effectively on previous knowledge.
- Some extra-curricular activities are “standalone” and not fully woven into the overarching curriculum design for personal development.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and clear systems in place to report concerns promptly and work closely with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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