The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Girls only. Strong sixth form (A average).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 20.7 vs national 43.8)
- This is a girls-only school
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
20.7
23.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.13
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
21% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–19
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 713
- Capacity
- 61%
Governance
- Local authority
- Sheffield
- Head
- Mrs Alexandra Wilson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
10 Rutland Park, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2PE
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWestbourne School
Independent · Very close
Birkdale School
Independent · 425m away
Broomhall Nursery School
Nursery · 804m away
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
Primary · 849m away
Hunter's Bar Infant School
Primary · 903m away
Hunter's Bar Junior School
Primary · 903m away
St Marie's School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Primary · 1.1km away
Kenwood Academy
Academy · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Sheffield High School GDST?
Sheffield High School GDST currently has 713 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sheffield High School GDST take?
Sheffield High School GDST caters for pupils aged 3 to 19.
Where is Sheffield High School GDST?
Sheffield High School GDST is in Sheffield, S10 2PE, in the Sheffield local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Sheffield High School GDST have a sixth form?
Yes, Sheffield High School GDST has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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