Penistone Grammar School
Sheffield, Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council · S36 7BX
With close to 1,922 pupils on its roll, Penistone Grammar School is a large state secondary serving families in Sheffield within Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. Despite its size, it maintains a pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 18, broadly in line with what families might expect from the state sector. Ofsted rated the school "Good" at its most recent inspection, though leadership and management were judged only "Satisfactory", a distinction worth noting. The school is led by headteacher Mr Paul Crook and admits pupils at 11+.
1,922
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state school
- Pupils
- 1,922
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18
- Location
- Sheffield, Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Headteacher
Head Mr Paul Crook
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Teaching & academics
The curriculum spans GCSE through to A-level, with vocational BTEC routes and the Extended Project Qualification also on offer, giving pupils a range of academic and applied pathways. This breadth allows the school to cater to differing strengths and post-16 ambitions under one roof. The overall "Good" Ofsted judgement points to sound teaching, while the "Satisfactory" leadership rating suggests an area the school continues to work on.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Last inspected
- 3 February 2023
The last word
A large, non-selective-feel comprehensive offering both academic and vocational routes, Penistone Grammar School suits families wanting choice at 16. The split between a "Good" overall and "Satisfactory" leadership rating is worth weighing up.
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Penistone Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Penistone Grammar School located?
Penistone Grammar School is located at Sheffield, S36 7BX.
What type of school is Penistone Grammar School?
Penistone Grammar School is a state-funded school.
How many pupils attend Penistone Grammar School?
Penistone Grammar School has approximately 1,922 pupils on roll.
What is Penistone Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Penistone Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 3 February 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.