Whiteways Primary School
Sheffield, S4 8EX · Sheffield · primary school
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36th 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 — 7.6/10 against 557 of them, against 5.4/10 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% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whiteways 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, 18.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 436 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Whiteways Primary School
Overview
Whiteways Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report confirms that pupils are proud to attend, benefiting from a "nurturing and caring ethos" and strong relationships with staff. Leaders have a realistic understanding of the school’s context, and staff morale is high.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and demonstrate positive attitudes, with "exceptionally well supported" provision for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- The curriculum is clearly planned from Nursery to Year 6, with teachers breaking learning into manageable steps and checking understanding effectively.
- Reading instruction is a strength; staff are confident in teaching phonics, and the proportion of pupils achieving expected standards in reading has increased.
- Parents appreciate regular communication and opportunities to support their child’s education through workshops and sessions.
- Pupils engage with topics relating to social justice and equalities, learning to be respectful of other people’s beliefs and cultures.
Areas to improve
- Some pupils do not attend school regularly or have significant periods of absence, causing them to miss important learning opportunities and achieve less well than peers. The school should continue to work with families to reduce rates of absence.
Safeguarding
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 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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