Sandhill Primary School

URN: 141917 • Barnsley S72 0EQ

Overview

Name
Sandhill Primary School
URN
141917
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
EVERY CHILD MATTERS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Haywood (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher/Ceo
Telephone
01226106031
Website
Visit
Address
Dearne Street, Barnsley S72 0EQ

Summary

Sandhill Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Barnsley, serving a diverse student population of 245 pupils, with a capacity for 270. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, reflecting the needs of its community, where 43% of students are eligible for free school meals.

The curriculum at Sandhill Primary is designed to foster academic achievement while promoting personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on creating a well-rounded educational experience, incorporating both core subjects and creative learning opportunities. This approach aims to engage students and prepare them for future challenges.

As part of the Barnsley local authority, Sandhill Primary actively engages with families and the wider community to enhance educational outcomes. The school encourages parental involvement and values the partnership between home and school, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive both academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.sandhillprimary.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Barnsley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EVERY CHILD MATTERS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
270
Pupils
245
Boys
112
Girls
133
FSM %
43.00
Open date
2015-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 245 112 133 270 43.00
2024-09-11 239 114 125 270 43.00
2023-09-11 248 116 132 270 29.00
2022-09-11 248 116 132 270 29.00
2021-09-11 258 122 136 270 22.10
2020-09-11 272 132 140 270 17.30

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