Royston St John Baptist CE Primary

URN: 142556 • Barnsley S71 4QY

Overview

Name
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
URN
142556
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST MARY'S ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Steele (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01226722011
Website
Visit
Address
Vicarage Lane, Barnsley S71 4QY

Summary

Royston St John Baptist CE Primary School is a mixed academy located in Barnsley, serving 172 pupils with a capacity of 240. The school is committed to creating a secure and nurturing environment, grounded in Christian values such as compassion, forgiveness, and love. The ethos of the school is reflected in its mission to inspire high aspirations and broaden experiences for all students, encouraging them to learn and grow as individuals.

The curriculum at Royston St John is designed to foster curiosity, coherence, and challenge, equipping pupils with essential skills for their future. The school aims to develop not only academic rigour but also well-rounded personalities, preparing students to face life's challenges with confidence and moral understanding. Parents are actively encouraged to engage in their children's education, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.

As part of the Enhance Academy Trust, Royston St John prioritises lifelong learning and community involvement. The school recognises the importance of working alongside families and local communities to support the holistic development of each child, ensuring that every pupil is valued and respected.

Key details

LA
Barnsley
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST MARY'S ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
240
Pupils
172
Boys
90
Girls
82
FSM %
28.50
Open date
2016-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 172 90 82 240 28.50
2024-09-11 181 98 83 240 22.70
2023-09-11 194 104 90 240 19.60
2022-09-11 194 104 90 240 19.60
2021-09-11 198 101 97 240 18.70
2020-09-11 206 104 102 240 12.10

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