Springwood Primary Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 2 to 11
Ofsted judgements: Good

Aughton Lane, Aston, Sheffield, S26 2ALOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Springwood Primary Academy is a primary school in Sheffield for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 126 schools in Rotherham. It ranks 127th of 136 primary schools in Sheffield. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in May 2025, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 20 May 2025, report published 30 June 2025

This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.

Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 20 May 2025

Pupils enjoy coming to this inclusive and nurturing school. The school ensures that every pupil receives the individual support they need. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make good progress through the curriculum because of how well learning is adapted to meet their needs. Pupils achieve well. Most are ready for the next stage of their education when they leave Year 6. Any pupils who may need extra support with the transition to secondary school receive it. The school has fostered positive relationships with families and the local community. Staff are kind and patient. Pupils know that staff will support them with any issues they raise. They feel safe. Pupils behave well and appreciate the praise that they receive. They feel safe. Pupils attend a range of clubs after school, some of which were chosen by them as activities that interest them. They enjoy trips linked to their learning, including visits to a science museum and a farm. Pupils in Years 2 and 5 attend a residential visit. This builds their confidence and independence. Pupils develop leadership skills as members of the school council and the eco team. Pupils learn how to stay safe. They are aware of risks they may encounter outside of school, for example around water or when online.

What the school should improve

  • Until recently, the school has not ensured that pupils learn and embed their writing and transcription skills as well as they should. Pupils have not had enough opportunities to develop these skills. Some have not achieved as well as they are capable of in their writing outcomes. The school should continue to implement and evaluate the recent changes to the writing curriculum to ensure that pupils' writing improves.
  • The school's curriculum has not resulted in pupils having a strong enough understanding about different faiths or different types of families. As a result, pupils are not as prepared for life in modern Britain as they could be. The school should ensure that the curriculum develops pupils' understanding more effectively in these areas.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

19 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths32%

32%, 30 percentage points below the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths0%

0%, 8 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score101

101, 5 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score100

100, 5 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score99

99, 6 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

238 pupils on roll, with places for 210

Eligible for free school meals29.4%

29.4%, 2.9 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language8.8%

8.8%, 12.8 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12.6%

12.6%, 2.2 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan4.2%

4.2%, 1.8 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Springwood Primary Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Aston All Saints CofE (A) Primary School0.4 milesOfsted: Good76% met the expected standard
Aughton Primary Academy0.4 milesOfsted: Good50% met the expected standard
Aston Lodge Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good59% met the expected standard
Swallownest Primary School0.7 milesOfsted: Good78% met the expected standard
Aston Hall Junior and Infant School0.7 milesOfsted: Good80% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
ASTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRUST
Age range
2 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Principal Rebecca Malton
Address
Aughton Lane, Aston, Sheffield, S26 2AL
Local authority
Rotherham
URN
142139

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.