Kirk Balk Academy
URN: 140979 • Barnsley S74 9HX
Overview
- Name
- Kirk Balk Academy
- URN
- 140979
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hayley Craddock (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01226742286
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Street, Barnsley S74 9HX
Summary
Kirk Balk Academy, located in Barnsley, is a mixed secondary academy sponsored by the Northern Education Trust. With a current enrolment of 1,327 students, the academy operates above its capacity of 1,250. The school is committed to fostering a child-centred approach, focusing on achieving the best educational outcomes for all students. The leadership prioritises high standards and believes that every student deserves the opportunity to excel academically.
The curriculum at Kirk Balk Academy is designed to be comprehensive and engaging, aiming to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future success. The academy offers a range of subjects and enrichment activities to support holistic development. Additionally, the school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and student well-being, ensuring a supportive environment for learning.
Kirk Balk Academy actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school provides various resources and communication channels to keep families informed and involved in their children's education, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between home and school.
The curriculum at Kirk Balk Academy is designed to be comprehensive and engaging, aiming to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future success. The academy offers a range of subjects and enrichment activities to support holistic development. Additionally, the school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and student well-being, ensuring a supportive environment for learning.
Kirk Balk Academy actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school provides various resources and communication channels to keep families informed and involved in their children's education, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between home and school.
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- About (other)
- Vision & Values (other)
- Welcome from the Chief Executive (other)
- Welcome from the Principal (other)
- [email protected] (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- 01226742286 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Horizon Community College (70.6)
- Horizon Community College (65.5)
- Trinity Academy St. Edwards (65.5)
- Carlton Community College (60.2)
- Darton Academy (57.4)
Key details
- LA
- Barnsley
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 1327
- Boys
- 678
- Girls
- 649
- FSM %
- 28.70
- Open date
- 2015-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1327 | 678 | 649 | 1250 | 28.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1333 | 674 | 659 | 1250 | 26.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1310 | 667 | 643 | 1250 | 23.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1310 | 667 | 643 | 1250 | 23.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1274 | 648 | 626 | 1250 | 21.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1250 | 648 | 602 | 1250 | 17.70 |
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