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Rainbow Forge Primary Academy

Beighton Road, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield, S12 4LQ

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Pupils

350

Ages

2-11

FSM

45.9%

Capacity

384

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

61.0%

Writing

63.0%

Maths

45.0%

RWM Combined

45.0%

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About Rainbow Forge Primary Academy

Rainbow Forge Primary Academy is a primary school in Sheffield, Sheffield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 350 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Beighton Road, Sheffield, S12 4LQ | More schools in Sheffield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Rainbow Forge Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2023 — Good
Jan 2020 — Requires improvement
Apr 2015 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Rainbow Forge Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Rainbow Forge Primary Academy

What is Rainbow Forge Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Rainbow Forge Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Rainbow Forge Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Rainbow Forge Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Rainbow Forge Primary Academy located?

Rainbow Forge Primary Academy is a primary school in Sheffield, Sheffield (S12 4LQ).

How many pupils attend Rainbow Forge Primary Academy?

Rainbow Forge Primary Academy has around 350 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Rainbow Forge Primary Academy with other schools?

View Rainbow Forge Primary Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Sheffield.