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Westfield School Catchment Area

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

Westfield School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1327 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,327

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Westfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Westfield 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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Westfield School — School Information

Full address
Eckington Road, Sothall, Sheffield, S20 1HQ
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.6% of pupils
DfE URN
145562

Other Secondary Schools in Sheffield

If Westfield School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sheffield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Westfield School

Is Westfield School oversubscribed?

Westfield School is operating close to its capacity of 1350 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Westfield School?

Admission to Westfield 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 Westfield School cover?

Westfield 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 Westfield School?

Westfield School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.