Shafton Primary Academy
URN: 139004 • Barnsley S72 8QA
Overview
- Name
- Shafton Primary Academy
- URN
- 139004
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LIFT SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo-Anne Charalambous (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01226710386
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Barnsley S72 8QA
Summary
Shafton Primary Academy is a mixed academy located in Barnsley, serving 243 pupils with a capacity of 280. As a sponsor-led institution, it aims to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. The school is committed to fostering a sense of community and encourages parental involvement in various initiatives, such as the recent consultation for a school-based nursery.
The curriculum at Shafton Primary Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school promotes a safe online environment, providing resources for students and parents to report any concerns related to online safety. This commitment to safeguarding reflects the academy's dedication to the well-being of its students.
With 23.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Shafton Primary Academy is attentive to the needs of its community, ensuring that all children have access to quality education and support. The school actively engages with families and stakeholders, fostering a collaborative approach to education and community development. For more information, visit their website at http://www.shaftonprimaryacademy.org.
The curriculum at Shafton Primary Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school promotes a safe online environment, providing resources for students and parents to report any concerns related to online safety. This commitment to safeguarding reflects the academy's dedication to the well-being of its students.
With 23.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Shafton Primary Academy is attentive to the needs of its community, ensuring that all children have access to quality education and support. The school actively engages with families and stakeholders, fostering a collaborative approach to education and community development. For more information, visit their website at http://www.shaftonprimaryacademy.org.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (sen)
- Community Events (calendar)
- School Events (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- About Us (other)
- Principals' Welcome (other)
- Shafton Primary Academy (other)
- Policies & Statutory Info (other)
- Inclusion (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LIFT SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 280
- Pupils
- 243
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 125
- FSM %
- 23.50
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 243 | 118 | 125 | 280 | 23.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 247 | 120 | 127 | 280 | 24.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 272 | 139 | 133 | 280 | 24.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 272 | 139 | 133 | 280 | 24.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 276 | 145 | 131 | 279 | 20.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 251 | 136 | 115 | 252 | 18.30 |
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