Athersley North Primary School
103%
Capacity
289
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Athersley North Primary School
Athersley North Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 289 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Athersley North Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty Wordsworth, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13473rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Athersley North Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 33 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 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 Athersley North Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Athersley North Primary School 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lindhurst Road, Barnsley, Barnsley, S71 3NB |
| Headteacher | Kirsty Wordsworth |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 289 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.4% |
| School Capacity | 289 / 280 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13473rd of 13,686
Nationally
1491st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
70th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
25%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lindhurst Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S71 3NB
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