All Saints Academy Darfield
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About All Saints Academy Darfield
All Saints Academy Darfield is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated All Saints Academy Darfield "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Green, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12255th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 70 in Barnsley.
All Saints Academy Darfield is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 20 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at All Saints Academy Darfield include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Tennis, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, All Saints Academy Darfield is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Street, Barnsley, Barnsley, S73 9EU |
| Headteacher | Catherine Green |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.3% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12255th of 13,686
Nationally
1338th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
66th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Street, Barnsley
Barnsley, S73 9EU
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