Dodworth St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy

A requires improvement academy converter school in Barnsley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Dodworth St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy.

Barnsley, S753JS Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 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
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
28 November 2023
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Barnsley Road
Dodworth
Barnsley, S753JS
Phone
1226286514
Website
dodworthstjohns.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140539
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Barnsley Road, Dodworth, Barnsley, S75 3JS
Website
https://dodworthstjohns.org.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ENHANCE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Leeds (ce)
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
163
Free School Meals
17.9% (29 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.6% (1 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
66.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 105.0
2023 106.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
9 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
18
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
163 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.5 per year)

Down -2.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Preparing for Life’s Big Adventures"

We are kind and honest: We are warm and welcoming to all. We always tell the truth and act with integrity. We help those in need and strive to make others happy. We learn about life in all its fullness: We embrace the joy of discovering new things. We listen attentively and respect others’ perspectives. We are resilient, ask questions, and actively seek new knowledge. We work, play, and live as a team: We respect our surroundings and everyone within them. We help one another achieve our best potential. We support each other through challenges and successes. We celebrate and embrace each other’s uniqueness.

Dodworth St John’s parish plays an essential part in running our school; the Christian ethos is an integral part of all areas of school life, from the daily collective worship to the celebration of Christian festivals. We believe that Christian practice helps to teach acceptance and respect, and equips children to deal with the diverse and challenging society that we live in today. Our Church relationship is described as a deep and meaningful bond with Dodworth St. John Church, rooted in Christian values and guided by the Church of England.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

School Choir Guitar lessons (Weekly lessons in Year 3) Rocksteady (in-school rock and pop band lessons) Instrumental lessons (provided through the Barnsley Music Service/Barnsley Music Hub) Performing Arts Group School Productions

Curriculum Highlights

Three key curriculum drivers: Knowledge, Aspirations, Community. Knowledge-rich and well-sequenced curriculum, built on a spiral of substantive and disciplinary knowledge. Curriculum designed around the National Curriculum 2014 to ensure access and success; focuses on developing vocabulary to deepen understanding. Music and the Arts are emphasised, with opportunities such as School Choir, guitar lessons, Rocksteady, instrumental lessons, Performing Arts Group, and School Productions.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast and Afterschool Club will now be run by Grassroots. Grassroots has renovated the bungalow to create a bright, welcoming environment with a wider range of activities, structured support with homework, and engaging creative play. Spaces are limited, so book early. You can continue to use Tax Free Childcare and Childcare Vouchers. For more information and to register, visit https://forms.gle/iBGPaW7gN5TQ9E6X6 or https://www.grassrootsportsacademy.co.uk or call 01226 654960.

SEND Provision

The school has a designated SENDCo (Mrs Wood) and a Pastoral Support Advisor (Mrs Harper), with a Learning Mentor (Miss H Oxley). SEND information is accessible through the SEND Information Report (2025-26) and SEND Policy (2025-26). The SEND team is available to support with special educational needs and wider family needs.

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