Laithes Primary School

URN: 141974 • Barnsley S71 3AF

Overview

Name
Laithes Primary School
URN
141974
Type
Academy sponsor led
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
54.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Georgina Fletcher (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01226281255
Website
Visit
Address
Laithes Lane, Barnsley S71 3AF

Summary

Laithes Primary School is a mixed academy located in Barnsley, serving 315 pupils with a capacity of 280. The school is part of the Every Child Matters Multi Academy Trust and is committed to providing a caring and inclusive environment where every child is central to the learning experience. The school emphasizes high standards and aims to promote positive social and emotional wellbeing, resilience, and wellness among students and staff.

The curriculum at Laithes Primary is broad and balanced, designed to engage children's curiosity and foster a love of learning. Outdoor learning and regular school visits are integral to the educational experience, encouraging children to take risks and explore their surroundings. The school also prioritizes e-safety education through the Project Evolve initiative, ensuring that students are well-equipped to navigate the digital world safely.

Laithes Primary values strong partnerships with parents and the community, believing that collaboration is key to supporting children's futures. The school actively encourages parental involvement and provides various resources to keep families informed and engaged in their children's education.

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
280
Pupils
315
Boys
154
Girls
161
FSM %
52.80
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 315 154 161 280 52.80
2024-09-11 330 157 173 280 57.80
2023-09-11 338 166 172 280 57.00
2022-09-11 338 166 172 280 57.00
2021-09-11 346 169 177 280 55.10
2020-09-11 363 180 183 280 49.20

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