Bethany School
Sheffield, South Yorkshire · S3 7PS
Bethany School is a small, independent all-through Christian school in central Sheffield, serving pupils aged 4–18 since 1987. With just 92 pupils, it offers a distinctly intimate, values-driven approach rooted in Christian education. The school operates as a day-only establishment, emphasising community and pastoral care within a tight-knit family setting.
- →Explicit Christian ethos and values-based education aligned with family faith
- →Small pupil cohort ensuring individual attention and close pastoral relationships
- →Independent, flexible curriculum not constrained by national assessment pressures
Who thrives here
Families seeking a faith-centred, relationship-focused education in a small community; pupils who thrive with personalised attention and explicit moral/spiritual formation rather than high-pressure academic environments.
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Contact & visit
Finlay Street
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
S3 7PS
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Bethany School?
Day fees at Bethany School are approximately £5,400 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Bethany School?
Bethany School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Bethany School's exam results?
At Bethany School, 17.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Bethany School a boarding school?
Bethany School is a day school in Sheffield and does not offer boarding.
What is Bethany School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Bethany School “Good” (2023). This grading is no longer issued — both inspectorates have since changed how they report outcomes.
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What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong Christian values and moral ethos resonates with faith-aligned families
✓Individualised attention due to very small size
✓Close family-like community and relationships between staff and pupils
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection yet (overdue given 1987 founding); inspection record essential for confidence