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Schools in S6

A postcode district in Sheffield

  • Postcode district
  • 32 schools and nurseries

In short: S6 is a postcode district in Sheffield with 15 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 16 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3215 primary · 1 secondary · 16 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in S6

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All S6 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in S6

15 in S6, best first

Loxley Primary School

Sheffield, S6 6SG · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

35 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1187%

England 62%

Days missed
2.7%
Pupils
207
Pupils per teacher
22.8
View school Loxley Primary School

Malin Bridge Primary School

Sheffield, S6 4RH · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

74 first choices, 75 offers made

Met the standard at 1171%

England 62%

Days missed
4.3%
Pupils
615
Pupils per teacher
20.7
View school Malin Bridge Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in S6

1 in S6, best first

Forge Valley School & Sixth Form

Sheffield, S6 5HG · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

274 first choices, 268 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1646.4

England 46.2

Days missed
9.3%
Pupils
1,494
Pupils per teacher
21.8
View school Forge Valley School & Sixth Form

Nurseries in S6

16 in S6, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 16 nurseries

Sixth Forms in S6

1 in S6, by the school's Eduscope score

Forge Valley School & Sixth Form

Sheffield, S6 5HG · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

274 first choices, 268 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1646.4

England 46.2

Days missed
9.3%
Pupils
1,494
Pupils per teacher
21.8
View school Forge Valley School & Sixth Form
The map

Every school in S6, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Marlcliffe Community Primary School, GoodRivelin Primary School, Good in every areaWalkley Primary School, GoodParson Cross Church of England Primary School, GoodFox Hill Primary, Requires improvement in 1 areaHillsborough Nursery & Primary School, Expected standard or betterSt Mary's Church of England Primary School, GoodSacred Heart School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Expected standard or betterForge Valley School & Sixth Form, GoodWisewood Nursery & Primary School, Expected standard or betterNook Lane Junior School, GoodLoxley Primary School, Outstanding in every areaBradfield Dungworth Primary School, GoodStannington Infant School, OutstandingMalin Bridge Primary School, OutstandingWoodlands Pre-School Nursery Limited, OutstandingLittle Rascals, GoodBole Hill Nursery, GoodStannington Village Pre-School, GoodCrescent Corner, GoodLittle Imp Pre-School Ltd, GoodCorner House Nursery School, GoodRiverview Day Nursery & Preschool, GoodThe Sheffield Hillsborough College Nursery, GoodLoxley Nursery, GoodOsborne House Community Nursery, GoodThe Nature Box Forest SchoolToybox Children's Nursery Ltd, OutstandingKelham IslandJessica's Little LearnersNurtured @ MiddlewoodShooters Grove Nursery and Primary School, Good
  • Outstanding4
  • Good18
  • Not graded yet10
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every S6 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

S6 has 32 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about S6

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How many schools are in S6?

S6 has 32 schools, including 15 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 16 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in S6?

The highest-ranked schools in S6 on Eduscope are Loxley Primary School, Malin Bridge Primary School, Sacred Heart School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How do I choose the right school in S6?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 32 schools in S6 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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