Shawlands Primary School
Barnsley, S70 6JL · Barnsley · primary school
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52nd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.0/10 against 3,300 of them, against 3.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shawlands Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, compared to a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 311 pupils against a stated capacity of 320. 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 not reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the school ensure that the Good inspection rating translates into daily classroom practice?
What Ofsted said about Shawlands Primary School
Overview
Shawlands Primary School continues to be a good school, maintaining high expectations and a positive culture underpinned by the rule ‘to make the right choice’. Pupils behave well, treat others with respect, and achieve strong results in core subjects, particularly mathematics and early reading. The school fosters a supportive environment where staff morale is high and leaders are united in their commitment to providing a high-quality education.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in reading, writing, and mathematics, with Year 4 and Year 6 mathematics results among the best in the country.
- The curriculum for early reading is effective, with phonics taught consistently well and almost all Year 1 pupils meeting the standard in the phonics screening check.
- Physical education is adapted skilfully for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring every pupil can be equally successful.
- Staff have expert subject knowledge in mathematics and check pupils’ understanding effectively, creating an infectious enthusiasm for the subject.
- The school provides extra lessons on road safety to prepare pupils well for life outside school, addressing local public health concerns.
Areas to improve
- Some staff lack the subject knowledge needed to teach languages with confidence and fluency, impacting workload as extra time is needed for preparation and assessment.
- Leaders should continue to improve teachers’ subject knowledge to further enhance the teaching of languages.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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