Bank End Primary Academy
95%
Capacity
219
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Bank End Primary Academy
Bank End Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 231 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bank End Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Faye Bettison, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4383rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Bank End Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 24 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bank End Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Bank End Primary Academy 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 | Underwood Avenue, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 4AZ |
| Headteacher | Faye Bettison |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.2% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 231 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4383rd of 13,686
Nationally
436th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
26th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
70%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Underwood Avenue, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 4AZ
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