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Malin Bridge Primary School Catchment Area

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

Malin Bridge Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 619 pupils, and a capacity of 577 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

619

Pupils

577

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Malin Bridge Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Malin Bridge Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 619 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 577 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Malin Bridge Primary School — School Information

Full address
Dykes Lane, Sheffield, S6 4RH
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
20.2% of pupils
DfE URN
148868

Other Primary Schools in Sheffield

If Malin Bridge Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sheffield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Malin Bridge Primary School

Is Malin Bridge Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Malin Bridge Primary School currently has 619 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 577 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Malin Bridge Primary School?

Admission to Malin Bridge Primary 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 Malin Bridge Primary School cover?

Malin Bridge Primary School is a primary school in Sheffield, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Malin Bridge Primary School?

Malin Bridge Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.