Hoyland Common Primary School
URN: 140242 • Barnsley S74 0DJ
Overview
- Name
- Hoyland Common Primary School
- URN
- 140242
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- HCAT
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Aiden Tallant (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01226369640
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sheffield Road, Barnsley S74 0DJ
Summary
Hoyland Common Primary School is a vibrant two-form entry academy located in Barnsley, serving 398 pupils from Nursery to Year 6. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, with a strong emphasis on achieving high attendance rates, targeting 97%. The dedicated staff, led by Executive Headteacher Mrs. Paddock, focus on nurturing each child's educational journey while promoting a sense of community among families.
The curriculum at Hoyland Common is designed to inspire curiosity and a love for learning, with teachers actively engaging students through creative and interactive lessons. The school also prioritises early reading and phonics, ensuring that foundational skills are developed effectively. Support for students with special educational needs is provided by the Assistant Headteacher and SENCO, Mrs. Robinson, who works closely with families to enhance their children's learning experiences.
Hoyland Common Primary School values its role within the local community, encouraging parental involvement and fostering strong relationships between staff and families. This collaborative approach aims to create a positive atmosphere where every child can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Hoyland Common is designed to inspire curiosity and a love for learning, with teachers actively engaging students through creative and interactive lessons. The school also prioritises early reading and phonics, ensuring that foundational skills are developed effectively. Support for students with special educational needs is provided by the Assistant Headteacher and SENCO, Mrs. Robinson, who works closely with families to enhance their children's learning experiences.
Hoyland Common Primary School values its role within the local community, encouraging parental involvement and fostering strong relationships between staff and families. This collaborative approach aims to create a positive atmosphere where every child can thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
- Local Committee (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Home (other)
- A Welcome from the Head of School (other)
- About (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Executive Head Teacher’s Welcome (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Pupil Leadership (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
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 398
- Boys
- 215
- Girls
- 183
- FSM %
- 16.10
- Open date
- 2013-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 398 | 215 | 183 | 420 | 16.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 408 | 225 | 183 | 420 | 18.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 431 | 232 | 199 | 420 | 16.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 431 | 232 | 199 | 420 | 16.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 435 | 233 | 202 | 420 | 17.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 446 | 240 | 206 | 420 | 13.70 |
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