Barnsley PRU
URN: 134055 • Barnsley S71 2AY
Overview
- Name
- Barnsley PRU
- URN
- 134055
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dave Whitaker (since 2025) , Executive Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Springwell Community School, Barnsley S71 2AY
Summary
Barnsley PRU, part of the Springwell Learning Community, is a pupil referral unit located in Barnsley, S71 2AY. The school serves a mixed-gender population and is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for children and young people who may face challenges in traditional educational settings. The ethos of the school is built on kindness, courage, curiosity, and pride, aiming to foster a purposeful atmosphere conducive to learning.
The curriculum at Barnsley PRU is designed to be broad, balanced, and challenging, ensuring that every pupil meets the objectives outlined in their Education Health and Care Plans. The school is committed to teaching every pupil to read and to nurturing positive relationships among students and staff. This approach not only prepares students for further education and employment but also encourages their personal and emotional development.
As part of the Wellspring Academy Trust, Barnsley PRU collaborates with another school within the Springwell Learning Community to provide comprehensive support for students. The school values partnerships with parents and carers, fostering a community based on trust and mutual respect to enhance the educational experience for all pupils.
The curriculum at Barnsley PRU is designed to be broad, balanced, and challenging, ensuring that every pupil meets the objectives outlined in their Education Health and Care Plans. The school is committed to teaching every pupil to read and to nurturing positive relationships among students and staff. This approach not only prepares students for further education and employment but also encourages their personal and emotional development.
As part of the Wellspring Academy Trust, Barnsley PRU collaborates with another school within the Springwell Learning Community to provide comprehensive support for students. The school values partnerships with parents and carers, fostering a community based on trust and mutual respect to enhance the educational experience for all pupils.
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Nearby alternatives
- Greenacre School (68.2)
- Dove School (62.7)
- The Robert Ogden School (54.8)
- Springwell Special Academy (50.2)
- Barnsley Additional Support for Education (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Barnsley
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2003-01-03
- Close date
- 2014-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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