Royston St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 106636 • Barnsley S71 4QY
Overview
- Name
- Royston St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 106636
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jill Ryan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Vicarage Lane, Barnsley S71 4QY
Summary
Royston St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Barnsley, is committed to fostering a secure and nurturing environment for its pupils. The school operates under Christian values, emphasizing compassion, forgiveness, and love, which guide its educational approach. The ethos is rooted in the belief that every child is unique and deserving of support to achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at Royston St John is designed to inspire curiosity and challenge students while promoting coherence in learning. The school encourages pupils to explore their ideas and beliefs, develop moral understanding, and express their opinions respectfully. This holistic approach aims to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate life's challenges successfully.
Collaboration with parents and the wider community is integral to the school's philosophy. Royston St John actively seeks parental involvement in the educational journey, fostering a strong partnership that enhances student learning and well-being. The school is dedicated to creating a vibrant community where every child can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Royston St John is designed to inspire curiosity and challenge students while promoting coherence in learning. The school encourages pupils to explore their ideas and beliefs, develop moral understanding, and express their opinions respectfully. This holistic approach aims to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate life's challenges successfully.
Collaboration with parents and the wider community is integral to the school's philosophy. Royston St John actively seeks parental involvement in the educational journey, fostering a strong partnership that enhances student learning and well-being. The school is dedicated to creating a vibrant community where every child can thrive academically and personally.
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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
- 240
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2016-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-10-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 240 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 240 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 240 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 240 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 240 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 240 |
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