Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre

URN: 134687 • Barnsley S73 8TX

Overview

Name
Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre
URN
134687
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
65.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Wilks Julie Meiner (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01226272740
Website
Visit
Address
Bondfield Close, Off Wells Lane, Barnsley S73 8TX

Summary

Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre is a community primary school located in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 452 pupils and a capacity of 500. The school serves a mixed-gender population and has a significant proportion of students eligible for free school meals, at 37%. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for children aged three to eleven, promoting the ethos of "Learning for Life."

The curriculum at Kings Oak is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its pupils, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal development. The school employs the Thrive Approach to support emotional wellbeing and mental health, ensuring that all students feel safe and valued. Additionally, a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs and school trips, enrich the educational experience.

Kings Oak Primary values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, aiming to enhance life chances for all students. The school is committed to providing excellent support services, including SEND provision and parent engagement initiatives, to foster a collaborative environment for learning and growth.

Key details

LA
Barnsley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
500
Pupils
452
Boys
222
Girls
230
FSM %
37.00
Open date
2005-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 452 222 230 500 37.00
2024-09-11 436 221 215 500 36.70
2023-09-11 446 214 232 500 40.70
2022-09-11 446 214 232 500 40.70
2021-09-11 454 226 228 500 38.10
2020-09-11 446 219 227 500 30.60

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