Lacewood Primary School
Rotherham, S63 8DA · Barnsley · primary school
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44th of 72 primary schools in Barnsley we can score, 77 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.7/10 against 2,182 of them, against 4.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lacewood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 242 pupils against a stated capacity of 250. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific trips or arts projects are planned for the next term? How does the school manage class sizes given the current proximity to capacity?
What Ofsted said about Lacewood Primary School
Overview
Lacewood Primary School is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. The report describes a school where pupils feel ‘safe, happy and supported’ and where staff are committed to pupil well-being and academic success. Leaders have created an ‘ambitious curriculum’ that fosters positive behaviour and personal development, though inconsistencies in teaching approaches require attention.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit ‘respectful and well mannered’ behaviour, with bullying described as ‘very rare’ and quickly resolved by adults.
- The curriculum is ‘adapted to meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)’, with clear planning and effective subject leadership.
- Reading is ‘prioritised across the school’, featuring effective phonics teaching and a strong culture of enjoying quality texts.
- Early years provision is strong, with children developing independence and engaging in ‘hands-on learning’ in mathematics.
- Leaders effectively support personal development, including citizenship, healthy relationships, and attendance monitoring.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers use consistent approaches to help pupils ‘learn and remember new content’, as current methods vary.
- An agreed approach for checking pupil understanding is needed to ensure lessons are ‘adapted to meet pupils’ varying needs’, particularly for SEND pupils.
- Leaders need to establish systematic processes to ‘analyse information in an accessible way’ to track trends and patterns in school data.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with a ‘strong culture of safeguarding’ and vigilant staff, although leaders must yet establish a clear system to track trends related to bullying.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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