Highgate Primary Academy

A good academy converter school in Barnsley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Highgate Primary Academy.

Rotherham, S639AS Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

56

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
56.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 66.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
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
19 February 2013
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Nicholas Lane
Goldthorpe
Rotherham, S639AS

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138701
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Nicholas Lane, Goldthorpe, Rotherham, S63 9AS
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
314 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
349
Free School Meals
37.0% (129 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.7% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
22.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
66.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
102.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 103.0
2023 102.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
20 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
39
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
349 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learn, Thrive, Succeed"

Respect Happiness Scholarship Tenacity Curiosity Ambition Resilience

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Highgate Primary Academy. The principal, Mrs L Sunley, expresses pride in leading a vibrant and welcoming school and a commitment to Making a Difference—to students, families and the wider world; emphasises giving every child the best start and working closely with families and the community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club Afterschool Club

Facilities

School hall

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced National Curriculum including English, maths, science, history, geography, computing, the arts and PE Reading and communication are central, with a focus on developing confident readers and effective communicators Curriculum for Careers and the My Activity Passport to build experiences and employability The Highgate Way and values-driven curriculum guiding ambition, resilience and respect

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club runs Monday-Friday, 7:45–8:45, for children from Reception to Year 6, located in the school hall. Children are offered toast or cereal with a drink; dietary requirements catered for. Booking is via the MCAS system; fee is £2.50 per session and must be paid in advance through MCAS (no cash accepted). First aid is available; safeguarding procedures are followed; accidents are recorded and parents informed. Cancellation may occur if the school is closed or there are problems with the building; refunds are not given if the club is cancelled or the child does not attend.

SEND Provision

Inclusion Team includes SEND Co-ordinator and Inclusion Leader/Family Liaison Officer/Designated Safeguard Lead; SMSAs are part of the team.

Financial Information

Breakfast Club fee is £2.50 per session. Payment is in advance via the MCAS cashless system; no cash payments accepted. No arrears will be permitted. Booking via MCAS. If school cancels the club or a child does not attend, refunds are not given; the balance is carried forward.

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