Ofsted: Expected standard

Bethany School

verifiedData: DfE 2024/25–2025/26 · Ofsted

person Mr David Charles (Headteacher)

location_onSheffield, S3 7PS

language Visit Website phone 01142726994

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Ofsted

Expected standard

Inspected 2026

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Students

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Attainment 8

54.7

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GCSE Rank

#8 in Sheffield

#623 of 4,024 nationally

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Bethany School is a Other independent school primary school in Sheffield, serving ages 4-16. Assessed at Expected standard by Ofsted on its latest Report Card inspection. Ranks in the top 16% of primary schools nationally.

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School Summary

Bethany School is an other independent school in Sheffield, admitting pupils aged 4-16. The school has approximately 90 pupils on roll.

In 2026, pupils achieved an Attainment 8 score of 54.7, placing the school #8 in Sheffield and #623 of 4,024 nationally. 57.10% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and Maths. 22.2% of all GCSE entries were graded 9–7.

Ofsted last inspected the school in 2026. The school's current overall rating is Expected standard. Inspectors assessed quality of education as Expected standard, behaviour and attitudes Expected standard, personal development Strong standard, and leadership and management Expected standard.

verified Source: DfE 2024/25–2025/26 · Ofsted

Academic Performance

verified Data: UK Gov 2024/25

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Independent School Note: Many independent schools teach International GCSEs (IGCSEs), IB, or international qualifications that are excluded from DfE Attainment 8 calculations, which can lower headline DfE GCSE scores.

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Secondary Performance Trends (KS4)

2026

Attainment 8 Score

54.7

across 8 GCSE slots

Grade 5+ E&M

57.10%

Grade 4+ E&M

71.40%

Grade 9–7 (all GCSEs)22.2%

5+ GCSEs (4+ incl. E&M)71.40%

Triple Science Entry0.00%

EBacc Slot Score15.7 / 30

2025

Attainment 8 Score

across 8 GCSE slots

Grade 5+ E&M

85.70%

Grade 4+ E&M

100.00%

Grade 9–7 (all GCSEs)30.8%

Entering EBacc28.60%

EBacc APS5.45

2024

Progress 8 Score

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

43.5

Grade 5+ E&M

37.50%

Entering EBacc37.50%

EBacc APS3.79

2023

Progress 8 Score

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

56.4

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc10%

EBacc APS4.57

2022

Progress 8 Score

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

55.3

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc29%

EBacc APS4.86

2019

Progress 8 Score

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

44.4

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc29%

EBacc APS3.95

2018

Progress 8 Score

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

Grade 5+ E&M

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Ranking History & Trajectory

National & Local Authority position based on DfE performance data · Methodology

Year	Primary Overall (Nat)	LA Rank	Attainment	Progress	Secondary Overall (Nat)	LA Rank	GCSE Attainment	Progress 8 Rank
2026	—	—	—	—	#1,368 / 4,024	#12	#623	#1
2025	—	—	—	—	#1,022 / 3,948	#10	#260	#1
2024	—	—	—	—	#3,111 / 4,450	#28	#2,232	#3,478
2023	—	—	—	—	#2,216 / 4,321	#18	#503	#3,368
2022	—	—	—	—	#2,257 / 4,199	#18	#770	#3,286
2019	—	—	—	—	#2,630 / 4,060	#23	#2,034	#3,162

Ofsted History

Publication Timeline

Report Archive

No digital report timeline available.

Inspection History

2 Evaluations

2026-03-10

Independent School standard inspection REIF Report Card

Report Card

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Why no single overall grade?

From autumn 2024 / 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word headline grades (Outstanding / Good / RI / Inadequate) with individual area judgements on a Report Card.

Curriculum & Teaching

Expected standard

Achievement

Expected standard

Attendance & Behaviour

Expected standard

Personal Development

Strong standard

Inclusion

Expected standard

Leadership & Governance

Expected standard

Early Years

Needs attention

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2023-03-07

Independent School standard inspection EIF

Good

Education

Good

Behaviour

Good

Development

Good

Leadership

Good

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School Summary

Academic Performance

Secondary Performance Trends (KS4)

Ranking History & Trajectory

Ofsted History

Publication Timeline

Inspection History

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Wellbeing, SEN & Pastoral Care

Parent View on Pastoral Care

Overall, how do parents view this school?

My child is happy at this school.

My child feels safe at this school.

When bullying took place, the school dealt with it quickly and effectively.

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved.

When the school makes decisions it has the child's best interests at heart.

The school gives my child the right support to enable them to learn well.

The school communicates well with me about the things I need to know.

When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly.

Does your child have Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)?

My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed.

Would you recommend this school to another parent?

My child is happy at this school.

My child feels safe at this school.

My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively.

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved.

The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year.

When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly

Does your child have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)?

My child has special educational needs and/or disabilities, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed.

The school has high expectations for my child.

My child does well at this school.

The school lets me know how my child is doing.

There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school.

My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school.

The school supports my child's wider personal development.

I would recommend this school to another parent.

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