Samuel Barlow Primary Academy
URN: 144611 • Mansfield NG21 9DF
Overview
- Name
- Samuel Barlow Primary Academy
- URN
- 144611
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DIVERSE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gareth Letton (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01623479033
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Mansfield NG21 9DF
Summary
Samuel Barlow Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 263 pupils and a capacity of 354. The school is committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive learning environment, where diversity is celebrated and every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The academy's ethos is built on core values of empowerment, respect, and care, which guide both students and staff in their daily interactions.
The curriculum at Samuel Barlow is designed to be broad and balanced, aiming to inspire students and raise their aspirations. The school places a strong emphasis on developing responsible and respectful individuals, with a focus on nurturing abilities and encouraging high aspirations among all pupils. The dedicated staff work to create a stimulating learning atmosphere that supports academic and personal growth.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy's approach, with efforts made to form positive relationships with families. The school encourages parental involvement in their child's educational journey, providing regular updates and opportunities for feedback. For more information, parents are invited to visit the academy's website or arrange a visit.
The curriculum at Samuel Barlow is designed to be broad and balanced, aiming to inspire students and raise their aspirations. The school places a strong emphasis on developing responsible and respectful individuals, with a focus on nurturing abilities and encouraging high aspirations among all pupils. The dedicated staff work to create a stimulating learning atmosphere that supports academic and personal growth.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy's approach, with efforts made to form positive relationships with families. The school encourages parental involvement in their child's educational journey, providing regular updates and opportunities for feedback. For more information, parents are invited to visit the academy's website or arrange a visit.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Parent governor vacancy – December 2024 (governance)
- SEND information (sen)
- Term dates (calendar)
- Latest news (calendar)
- Admissions appeals (other)
- Admissions (other)
- In-year admissions (other)
- Equity, diversity and inclusion (other)
- Policies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIVERSE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 354
- Pupils
- 263
- Boys
- 132
- Girls
- 131
- FSM %
- 36.40
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-01-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 263 | 132 | 131 | 354 | 36.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 249 | 123 | 126 | 354 | 31.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 279 | 141 | 138 | 280 | 38.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 279 | 141 | 138 | 280 | 38.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 268 | 129 | 139 | 280 | 36.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 241 | 113 | 128 | 280 | 30.20 |
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