Dobcroft Junior School

A good community school school in Sheffield. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Dobcroft Junior School.

Sheffield, S72LN Ofsted: Good Age 7-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

72

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
71.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 84.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
70.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 16.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
3 November 2021
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Pingle Road
Sheffield, S72LN
Phone
1142368075
Website
dobcroft-jun.sheffield.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
107035
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Pingle Road, Sheffield, S7 2LN
Website
www.dobcroft-jun.sheffield.sch.uk
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
328 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
380
Free School Meals
4.7% (18 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.6% (10 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.6%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
3.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
84.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
16.0%
Reading Score:
111.0
Maths Score:
110.0
Grammar Score:
112.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
84.0 (+25.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
3.9 (13.6 below average)
Maths Score:
110.0 (+5.9 vs average)
Reading Score:
111.0 (+5.8 vs average)
Low Absence Rate:
3.4 (3.2 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 110.0 111.0
2023 108.0 110.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
76
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
380 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Together We Make a Difference"

Together We Are Safe Together We Are Kind Together We Are Problem Solvers Together We Embrace Difference Together We Do Our Best

British Values are integrated into the school's own values-based framework; democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs are emphasised as part of the curriculum.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

hockey tennis basketball rounders cross-country football gymnastics netball rugby gardening arts and crafts model making sewing baking forest schools

Sports

hockey tennis basketball rounders cross-country football gymnastics netball rugby

Facilities

fixed equipment: climbing frame fixed equipment: trim trail fixed equipment: tyre parks assembly hall / hall used for whole school assemblies play equipment: small world toys play equipment: mud kitchen play equipment: scooters play equipment: football play equipment: space hoppers play equipment: drawing area play equipment: reading area

Curriculum Highlights

An engaging, creative and challenging curriculum with a range of approaches designed to inspire learning. One day a week, each year group is taught by specialists for PE, RE and Music to support class teachers' planning time.

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

DASH is on-site after-school childcare. There is a fast transition from class to DASH (on-site) so infants can be collected and playing within about 10 minutes of school ending. Juniors may also walk to DASH themselves, where a staff member will greet them. Each evening a light snack is offered, with variety and input from children toward healthy snack choices.

SEND Provision

The school delivers SEND provision through high-quality teaching and carefully considered routines to support access to learning for all pupils. They work with other professionals (Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Local Authority Specialist Support Services) to address needs. Most support happens in class, but some may be delivered in different environments such as small groups. Parents are encouraged to talk to the class teacher or SENCO; there is a formal complaints procedure if concerns are not resolved. A copy of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Policy is available on the policies page.

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