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
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.
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.
Useful links
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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.