West Meadows Primary School

URN: 140460 • Barnsley S74 9ET

Overview

Name
West Meadows Primary School
URN
140460
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST MARY'S ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Marsh (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01226749164
Website
Visit
Address
West Street, Barnsley S74 9ET

Summary

West Meadows Primary School is a mixed academy located in Barnsley, serving a total of 216 pupils, which slightly exceeds its capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with a significant percentage of students (42.30%) eligible for free school meals, reflecting its focus on catering to the needs of the local community.

The school’s ethos centres on fostering a positive learning atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, ensuring that students develop both academically and socially. West Meadows Primary School places a strong emphasis on community involvement, often participating in local events and initiatives, such as National School Meals Week, to promote healthy eating and well-being among students.

Parents can find more information about the school’s programs, events, and policies on their official website at www.westmeadows.org.uk/. The school aims to create a collaborative partnership with families to support children's education and personal development.

Key details

LA
Barnsley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST MARY'S ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
216
Boys
108
Girls
108
FSM %
42.30
Open date
2013-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 216 108 108 210 42.30
2024-09-11 230 115 115 210 42.10
2023-09-11 240 116 124 210 35.30
2022-09-11 240 116 124 210 35.30
2021-09-11 238 114 124 210 36.10
2020-09-11 239 116 123 210 32.30

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