Summer Lane Primary

URN: 131459 • Barnsley S75 2BB

Overview

Name
Summer Lane Primary
URN
131459
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open, but proposed to close
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Vacant Vacant (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01226205363
Website
Visit
Address
Summer Lane, Barnsley S75 2BB

Summary

Summer Lane Primary School is a community school located in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, accommodating 313 pupils with a capacity of 310. The school promotes a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere where children are encouraged to respect one another and value their community. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their motto, aiming to foster pride in the environment, actions, and achievements of all students.

The curriculum at Summer Lane is designed to be balanced and engaging, focusing on developing resilient, well-rounded individuals who are enthusiastic and independent learners. The school emphasizes the importance of curiosity and encourages pupils to take pride in their work and thoughts.

Support for students is a key priority, with dedicated staff including an Assistant Headteacher and a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to assist with individual needs. The school also provides resources for parental support, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and community involvement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Barnsley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
310
Pupils
313
Boys
151
Girls
162
FSM %
17.30
Open date
1999-09-01
Close date
2025-08-31
Last Ofsted
2023-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 313 151 162 310 17.30
2024-09-11 312 155 157 310 21.10
2023-09-11 337 169 168 310 18.30
2022-09-11 337 169 168 310 18.30
2021-09-11 333 174 159 310 17.30
2020-09-11 332 179 153 310 14.70

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