Bradway Primary School
Bradway Drive, Sheffield, S17 4PDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Bradway Primary School is a primary school in Sheffield for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 188 schools in Sheffield. It ranks 66th of 136 primary schools in Sheffield. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 June 2012, report published 19 July 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 29 June 2022
Pupils thrive in this warm, friendly school. The school motto is 'everyone's good at something.' Staff are engaging and passionate about their subjects. Pupils are enthusiastic about learning. They are proud to show their work and speak about their achievements. There is much to celebrate, particularly in sports and drama. During the inspection, some pupils were rehearsing for the school show, 'High School Musical.' They were excited to perform. There are many school trips. For example, Year 6 pupils visited Norfolk on a residential. The school also has an outdoor provision, 'forest school.' Staff use these extra- curricular opportunities to build pupils' confidence. Pupils learn a range of skills for life, including communication and teamwork. Staff have high expectations of pupils' behaviour. Lessons are calm and orderly. Although some pupils have experienced bullying, incidents are rare. Most pupils would report bullying. Staff take it seriously. They manage incidents well. Pupils feel safe and happy at school. They have a trusted adult they can talk to if they need support. Children in Reception Year are well cared for. Staff are highly effective in teaching pupils to read. Pupils have lots of opportunities to learn vocabulary. They are well prepared for Year 1. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are extremely well supported. They learn well in this nurturing and ambitious school community.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils are persistently absent. They are not in school often enough to learn well. Leaders should continue their work with families and external agencies to make sure pupils, especially the most disadvantaged, attend school regularly.
- In foundation subjects, teachers do not use assessment as effectively as they could. They are not consistently able to identify and address gaps in pupils' knowledge. Leaders should improve their use of assessment so that foundation subjects are consistent with the strong practice already happening in core subjects.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
55 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
416 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Bradway Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Levick Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 81% met the expected standard |
| Greenhill Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 38% met the expected standard |
| Lowedges Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 59% met the expected standard |
| Dore Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | 82% met the expected standard |
| Totley Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 92% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Chris Thomas
- Phone
- 01142363723
- Address
- Bradway Drive, Sheffield, S17 4PD
- Local authority
- Sheffield
- URN
- 107033
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.