Bethany School
Bethany School is an independent school in Sheffield for pupils aged 4 to 16. It has a Christian religious character. It has 90 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Bethany School is Needs attention, from an inspection in May 2026. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 54.7, and 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: May 2026. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 4-16 |
| Religion | Christian |
| Address | Finlay Street Sheffield South Yorkshire S3 7PS |
| Phone | 01142726994 |
| Reference Number | 107168 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 90 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.56%
Girls: 44.44% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Bethany School demonstrates a strong overall performance, with notable strengths in personal development and wellbeing, as well as achieving expected standards across various educational domains. The school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment, allowing pupils to engage in a rich array of experiences that enhance their character. While the school has identified areas for improvement, particularly in early writing skills for younger pupils, it is taking proactive steps to address these issues and enhance the curriculum. The school’s commitment to safeguarding is evident, ensuring that pupils feel safe and secure in their learning environment.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Needs attention |
| > Leadership & Governance | Expected standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Strong standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| > Early Years | Needs attention |
| Last Report Date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Mar 2026 | Standard inspection |
| 07 Mar 2023 | Standard inspection |
| 02 Oct 2018 | Standard inspection |
| 14 Oct 2015 | Standard inspection |
| 13 Mar 2007 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Strong personal development and wellbeing ethos.
- High-quality care and support for pupils and families.
- Pupils engage enthusiastically in a variety of extracurricular activities.
- Effective inclusion practices for pupils with special educational needs.
- Proactive leadership that is committed to continuous improvement.
Areas for Improvement
- Early writing skills for younger pupils need targeted improvement.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 54.7 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 57.1% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 71.4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 17.8% of pupils at Bethany School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Bethany School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Bethany School is Needs attention, from an inspection in May 2026.
When was Bethany School last inspected by Ofsted?
Bethany School was last inspected in May 2026.
How many pupils does Bethany School have?
Bethany School has 90 pupils on roll.
What age range does Bethany School cover?
Bethany School for pupils aged 4 to 16.
What are Bethany School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 54.7, and 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Bethany School?
Bethany School is at Finlay Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S3 7PS.