Independent

River Valley

Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber · S26 5QW

River Valley is an independent, fee-paying school based in Sheffield, admitting pupils from age 11. As a private school, it sets its own entry arrangements and operates outside the local authority maintained system. Families considering it for the 11+ stage will find a school that shapes its own admissions process.

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Overview & data

Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Location
Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber
Website
https://five-rivers.org/education/schools/river-valley-school/

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Teaching & academics

River Valley welcomes pupils at age 11 and holds 11+ entry, so prospective families should prepare for an entrance assessment at this stage.

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An independent option in Sheffield for families seeking entry at 11.

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Where is River Valley located?

River Valley is located at Mansfield Road, Sheffield, S26 5QW.

What type of school is River Valley?

River Valley is an independent (fee-paying) school in Yorkshire and the Humber.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.