Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School
URN: 106589 • Barnsley S75 4QT
Overview
- Name
- Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School
- URN
- 106589
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- S M Tabbner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01226790471
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Moorend Lane, Barnsley S75 4QT
Summary
Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School is a community primary school located in Barnsley, serving a mixed-gender population of 134 pupils, with a capacity of 150. Established in 1913, the school has a rich history and has evolved to accommodate children from Silkstone Common and surrounding areas, including Hood Green and Stainborough. Recent expansions have enhanced facilities, providing modern classrooms and improved outdoor spaces for physical activities.
The school prioritises a holistic approach to education, focusing on the development of the whole child. It employs a cross-curricular teaching philosophy, integrating core subjects with engaging, hands-on experiences. This approach encourages pupils to make connections across different areas of learning while building essential skills. Regular communication with parents through newsletters ensures families are informed about the curriculum and school activities.
Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School fosters a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, emphasising friendship and personal development. The school actively engages with the local community, hosting events and maintaining strong ties with families, which contributes to a supportive environment for students.
The school prioritises a holistic approach to education, focusing on the development of the whole child. It employs a cross-curricular teaching philosophy, integrating core subjects with engaging, hands-on experiences. This approach encourages pupils to make connections across different areas of learning while building essential skills. Regular communication with parents through newsletters ensures families are informed about the curriculum and school activities.
Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School fosters a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, emphasising friendship and personal development. The school actively engages with the local community, hosting events and maintaining strong ties with families, which contributes to a supportive environment for students.
Useful links
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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
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 134
- Boys
- 65
- Girls
- 69
- FSM %
- 5.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 134 | 65 | 69 | 150 | 5.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 136 | 64 | 72 | 150 | 8.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 139 | 68 | 71 | 150 | 10.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 139 | 68 | 71 | 150 | 10.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 147 | 71 | 76 | 140 | 8.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 149 | 73 | 76 | 140 | 8.10 |
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