Barnsley Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Barnsley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Barnsley Academy.

Barnsley, S703DL Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

55

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
45.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.39
English & Maths grade 4+ %
56.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 63.5%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
28 January 2020
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Farm Road
Kendray
Barnsley, S703DL
Phone
1226284606
Website
barnsley-academy.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
131749
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Address
Farm Road, Kendray, Barnsley, S70 3DL
Website
http://www.barnsley-academy.org
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Christian
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
900 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
919
Free School Meals
46.1% (424 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.7% (34 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
31.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
43.0
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.2
English Attainment 8:
9.9
Maths Attainment 8:
8.6
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
12.3
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.2
Ebacc English:
98.2%
Ebacc Entry:
26.5%
Ebacc Humanities:
72.9%
Ebacc Languages:
47.1%
Ebacc Maths:
99.4%
Ebacc Sciences:
98.8%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.39
Progress 8 Range:
-0.61 to -0.17

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
63.5 (+11.5 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
153
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
919 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"The Best in Everyone"

Ambition Confidence Creativity Respect Enthusiasm Determination

Christian roots; inclusive ethos.

Head Teacher's Message

Principal Stephen Pitcher states high expectations, emphasising excellent uniform, disruption-free learning, and clearly taught routines underpinning student success. The academy aims to deliver a world-class education and to develop character alongside academic achievement.

Facilities

Wet room with hoist and therapy bed

Curriculum Highlights

Education with Character as a central aim Wide curriculum across subjects Enrichment programme with a wide range of clubs, trips, university visits, inspirational talks, and Duke of Edinburgh Award Opportunities to collaborate with United Learning schools across the country

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Homework club (afterschool).

SEND Provision

Barnsley Academy provides SEND support in line with the SEND Code of Practice (2014). SENDCO is Emily Thompson-O'Brien. Interventions include Numeracy, Emotional Mentoring, SALT (speech and language therapy), Motor Skills, Regulation support, and Homework club (afterschool). The academy works with external agencies (SALT, Educational Psychologist, CAMHS, Occupational Therapist, Paediatrician, Physiotherapist, vision/hearing services, Local Authority SEN/Inclusion Team) and uses baseline assessments (e.g., MiDYAS) to identify needs; staff provide inclusive, quality-first teaching with differentiated resources and in-class support.

Admissions Criteria

Year 7 intake of 180 students. Admissions via Barnsley Council Co-ordinated Scheme. Oversubscription criteria include Looked After Children, sibling link, medical conditions, and distance. Appeals available through Independent Admission Appeals Panel; transferring between schools considered with guidance from Barnsley Council.

Financial Information

All places are free of charge.

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