High Storrs School

High Storrs School is a larger-than-average, mixed, 11-18 secondary school in south-west Sheffield, Yorkshire. The school roll is around 1600 with around 440 students studying in its sixth form. 

High Storrs School is designated a specialist school for performing arts, and mathematics and computing.  

The school is housed partly in a listed building, complemented by a new build, gained through the Building Schools for the Future programme, which offers many state-of-the-art facilities. 

A wide range of extra-curricular activities is offered, with the school particularly noted for its dance and drama. Students are provided for Sheffield theatres on a regular basis.

Headteacher

Claire Tasker

Values and vision

High Storrs prides itself on providing learning in a friendly, caring and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and expected to respect others. Students are challenged and encouraged work hard and to take responsibility for fulfilling their potential in all areas of school life.

The school seeks to develop students’ confidence and self-belief and insists on good behaviour, as well as excellent punctuality and attendance. Listening to students’ opinions is an important part of the school’s mutual respect ethos.

High Storrs’ vision is summed up as “Unlocking potential” and in its drive to achieve this for all its pupils, the school focuses on: excellent citizenship; high achievement and progress for all; creativity, leadership and accountability; creating a Learning School Community; and making a difference through excellence. 

Ofsted

“Students’ behaviour is outstanding. Their positive attitude to learning and contribution to the whole school community are exemplary at all key stages. Students feel safe.” 

View High Storr School’s latest Ofsted report