Barugh Green Primary School
URN: 106575 • Barnsley S75 1LD
Overview
- Name
- Barugh Green Primary School
- URN
- 106575
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joe Woffinden (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Higham Common Road, Barnsley S75 1LD
Summary
Barugh Green Primary School is a community school located in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 287 pupils, with a capacity of 315. The school emphasizes high expectations for both pupil behaviour and academic achievement, as noted in its recent OFSTED report. Reading is highlighted as a particular strength, reflecting the school's commitment to literacy and learning.
The curriculum at Barugh Green is thoughtfully designed and covers a wide range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, and the arts. The school also offers extracurricular activities that enhance the educational experience, fostering personal, social, and emotional development among students.
Additionally, Barugh Green Primary School is dedicated to inclusivity and support, providing resources for special educational needs and promoting mental health and wellbeing. The school actively engages with families and the local community, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and student success.
The curriculum at Barugh Green is thoughtfully designed and covers a wide range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, and the arts. The school also offers extracurricular activities that enhance the educational experience, fostering personal, social, and emotional development among students.
Additionally, Barugh Green Primary School is dedicated to inclusivity and support, providing resources for special educational needs and promoting mental health and wellbeing. The school actively engages with families and the local community, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and student success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Mapplewell Primary School (75.5)
- Gawber Primary School (74.4)
- Birkwood Primary School (70.8)
- High View Primary Learning Centre (70.2)
- Hoyland Common Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Barnsley
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 287
- Boys
- 158
- Girls
- 129
- FSM %
- 10.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-05-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 287 | 158 | 129 | 315 | 10.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 287 | 158 | 129 | 315 | 10.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 319 | 170 | 149 | 315 | 11.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 319 | 170 | 149 | 315 | 11.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 316 | 163 | 153 | 315 | 9.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 329 | 167 | 162 | 315 | 6.10 |
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