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Ecclesfield School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Ecclesfield School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1718 pupils, and a capacity of 1750 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,718

Pupils

1,750

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Ecclesfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ecclesfield School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sheffield. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Sheffield before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Ecclesfield School — School Information

Full address
Chapeltown Road, Ecclesfield, Sheffield, S35 9WD
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
28.1% of pupils
DfE URN
145191

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Frequently Asked Questions — Ecclesfield School

Is Ecclesfield School oversubscribed?

Ecclesfield School is operating close to its capacity of 1750 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ecclesfield School?

Admission to Ecclesfield School is managed by Sheffield. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Ecclesfield School cover?

Ecclesfield School is a secondary school in Sheffield, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ecclesfield School?

Ecclesfield School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.