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Woodlands Primary School Catchment Area

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

Woodlands Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 473 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

473

Pupils

420

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Woodlands Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodlands 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: 473 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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Woodlands Primary School — School Information

Full address
Norton Avenue, Sheffield, S14 1SL
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
63.3% of pupils
DfE URN
141339

Other Primary Schools in Sheffield

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodlands Primary School

Is Woodlands Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Woodlands Primary School currently has 473 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Woodlands Primary School?

Admission to Woodlands 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 Woodlands Primary School cover?

Woodlands Primary School is a primary school in Sheffield, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodlands Primary School?

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