Pipworth Community Primary School
Sheffield, S2 1AA · Sheffield · primary school
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30th 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 — 8.0/10 against 625 of them, against 5.7/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pipworth Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it, compared to the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 379 pupils against a stated capacity of 459. 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 are not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What specific trips or clubs are available for Year 6 pupils this term? How does the school manage class sizes when the roll approaches the 459-place capacity?
What Ofsted said about Pipworth Community Primary School
Overview
Pipworth Community Primary School is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. The report describes a school with ‘high expectations and aspirations for all pupils’ that are successfully realised through ‘positive relationships’ and ‘nurturing’ adults. Leaders and governors are actively involved, ensuring staff are supported and safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Strengths
- ‘Positive relationships are central to everything at the school’, with adults modelling ‘respectful interactions’ and addressing pupil concerns ‘sensitively and quickly’.
- There is a ‘sharp focus on reading’, with accurate, consistent teaching and effective phonics sessions helping pupils who fall behind to ‘quickly catch up’.
- The early years provision is a strength, featuring a ‘clear focus on communication and language’ where adults effectively extend children’s vocabulary.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are ‘well supported’ through timely identification of needs and adjustments that align with individual requirements.
- Governors ‘take their responsibilities seriously’ and ‘challenge and support leaders in equal measure’, while staff appreciate the consideration for their ‘welfare and well-being’.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum is ‘overloaded with key knowledge’, causing pupils to struggle to remember prior knowledge; the school should review what is taught and when to ensure pupils ‘develop detailed understanding over time’.
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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