The Forest Academy
URN: 139136 • Barnsley S70 3NG
Overview
- Name
- The Forest Academy
- URN
- 139136
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Katie Pierce (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01226284719
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thornton Road, Barnsley S70 3NG
Summary
The Forest Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, serving 352 pupils with a capacity of 253. As part of the Wellspring Academy Trust, the school is committed to providing high-quality education and support to all students, fostering a climate of high expectations and aspirations. The academy emphasizes the development of confident individuals, responsible citizens, and successful learners.
The school offers a nurturing environment with a strong focus on teaching and learning, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. The Forest Academy provides free nursery education for eligible children from the term after their third birthday and welcomes families to visit and explore the Foundation Stage setting.
With 37.3% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to serving its diverse community and ensuring equitable access to education. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through tours and admissions inquiries, reinforcing the academy's commitment to collaboration and community involvement.
The school offers a nurturing environment with a strong focus on teaching and learning, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. The Forest Academy provides free nursery education for eligible children from the term after their third birthday and welcomes families to visit and explore the Foundation Stage setting.
With 37.3% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to serving its diverse community and ensuring equitable access to education. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through tours and admissions inquiries, reinforcing the academy's commitment to collaboration and community involvement.
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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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 253
- Pupils
- 352
- Boys
- 184
- Girls
- 168
- FSM %
- 37.30
- Open date
- 2013-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 352 | 184 | 168 | 253 | 37.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 352 | 180 | 172 | 253 | 38.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 351 | 184 | 167 | 253 | 37.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 351 | 184 | 167 | 253 | 37.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 343 | 173 | 170 | 253 | 40.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 331 | 168 | 163 | 253 | 38.90 |
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