Sheriffhales Primary School and Preschool

About Sheriffhales Primary School and Preschool

Our small, rural school is a beautiful learning environment. With a family feel and wonderful, high quality staff to support each and every child, we serve the heart of our community.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Justine Keeling-Paglia

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 47 responses • 49% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100.1% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

97.9% positive 2.1% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

97.9% positive 2.1% negative

My child does well at this school

95.8% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 47 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

4.4

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

50.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily M Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 2, 2023

5.0

"Wonderful school with excellent values"

We've been at Sheriffhales for a year now and I couldn't be happier. The facilities are great, the staff are super supportive and the values they teach are really making a difference to our child's confidence and kindness. We love the outdoor learning program and the way they encourage the kids to take care of the environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Liz J Unconfirmed

Parent May 10, 2023

4.0

"Some great aspects, but room for improvement"

We're really enjoying our time at Sheriffhales, but there are a few areas that could be improved. The facilities are lovely and the staff are friendly, but we feel that the school could do more to support children with special needs. We've also had some issues with communication from the school, but overall, we're happy with our decision to send our child here.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rupert W Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding school experience"

Our daughter attended Sheriffhales from Reception to Year 6 and we were consistently impressed with the school's commitment to its values and mission. The staff are truly dedicated and go above and beyond to support the children's academic, social and emotional development. We loved watching our daughter grow into a confident and compassionate young person.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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