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Stannington Infant School

Sheffield, S6 6AN · Sheffield · primary school

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Ofsted: Outstanding · 2024 Inspected 2 years ago Mixed Primary

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What Ofsted said about Stannington Infant School

Inspection report dated 25 January 2024

Overview

Stannington Infant School provides pupils with an "exceptional education" characterised by "impeccable" behaviour and high levels of motivation. Leaders maintain "relentless" commitment to high aspirations, ensuring pupils are "extremely well prepared" for their next educational stage. The school fosters a joyful, inclusive environment where adults form "strong and nurturing relationships" with children.

Strengths

  • The curriculum is "broad and highly ambitious," with knowledge carefully mapped and sequenced from Reception to Year 2.
  • Staff possess "excellent subject knowledge" and use assessment to quickly identify and address gaps in pupils’ understanding.
  • Reading is a high priority; phonics is taught "consistently well," and books are celebrated to develop a love of reading.
  • The school is "expert at identifying the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)," ensuring they access the same ambitious curriculum as peers.
  • Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils learning to live healthy lifestyles, care for the environment, and demonstrate respect and inclusivity.

Areas to improve

  • The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
13%
vs 25% across England

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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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