Carter Knowle Junior School
Carter Knowle Road, Sheffield, S7 2DYOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Carter Knowle Junior School is a primary school in Sheffield for ages 7 to 11. It is one of the 188 schools in Sheffield. It ranks 16th of 136 primary schools in Sheffield. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 4 December 2019, report published 13 January 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 3 December 2024
Pupils enjoy attending the school. They rise to the high expectations the school has for their behaviour and achievement. Pupils are quick to settle to learning and keen to share ideas during class discussions. Pupils benefit from the calm learning environment. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well in end-of-key-stage tests and assessments. Pupils are proud of their local area. They learn about the local water mill. Pupils then develop their understanding further. They explore change in industry in the wider Sheffield area. The school develops pupils' understanding of the world they live in. Pupils are proud to take on different leadership roles. Older pupils act as sports leaders. They help to set up a range of traditional playground games. Pupils enjoy taking part in these activities. The different activities support pupils to play together and have fun at lunchtime. The range of leadership roles help pupils to develop important skills such as responsibility. This collaborative approach helps pupils feel safe and cared for. One pupil captured the views of many when they said, 'Carter Knowle is a welcoming school to anyone and everyone'.
What the school should improve
- In some foundation subjects, feedback does not clearly identify how pupils can improve. This means pupils do not know how to use crucial knowledge to enhance their work. The school should ensure that precise feedback supports pupils to improve their work and deepen their understanding of the curriculum in foundation subjects.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
60 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
239 pupils on roll, with places for 240
Schools near Carter Knowle Junior School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holt House Infant School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Nether Edge Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 80% met the expected standard |
| Meersbrook Bank Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| Mylnhurst Preparatory School and Nursery | 0.7 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lucy Atherton
- Phone
- 01142552347
- Address
- Carter Knowle Road, Sheffield, S7 2DY
- Local authority
- Sheffield
- URN
- 106988
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.