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Barnsley College

Barnsley College

Barnsley, S70 2YWSecondary School·Ages 14-99

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About Barnsley College

Barnsley College is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 14 to 99.

the school is led by headteacher David Akeroyd, it falls under Barnsley local authority.

In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -3.20 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 6.5. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. Additionally, ranked 3140th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 11 in Barnsley.

On-site facilities at Barnsley College include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Astro Turf, Library, Theatre, Playing Fields, Sixth Form Centre, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rugby, Football, Swimming, Basketball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, DofE, Coding, Book Club and 6 more.

For families exploring secondary schools in Barnsley, Barnsley College 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 TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range14 to 99 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressPO Box 266, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 2YW
HeadteacherDavid Akeroyd
Local AuthorityBarnsley

League Table Position

Based on Progress 8 (-3.20)

3140th of 3,141

Nationally

Top 100%

306th of 306

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 100%

11th of 11

In Barnsley

Top 100%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data

GCSE Results

2023/24

Progress 8 Score

-3.20Well Below Average

Students make significantly less progress than similar students nationally

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Attainment 8 (vs national avg)

+6.5Above Average

Students achieve higher grades than the national average

BelowAverageAbove
Grade 9-4 (Standard Pass)1%
Grade 9-5 (Strong Pass)0%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.

A-Level Results

2023/24
361 students

Average Points per Entry

32.4Grade C+

Value Added Score

-0.39Well Below Average
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Best 3 A-Levels (Average)

32.5Grade C+
AAB or higher (inc. 2 facilitating)7%
Avg Points per Entry over timeStable -0.7

'21/22

34.2

'22/23

32.0

'23/24

32.4

Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.

Facilities

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Sports HallMusic RoomsSwimming PoolTennis CourtsAstro TurfLibraryTheatrePlaying FieldsSixth Form CentreChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

16

Sports

RugbyFootballSwimmingBasketballRowingNetball

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubDuke of EdinburghCodingBook ClubGardeningDramaOrchestraChessYoung EnterpriseScience Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Barnsley College

Barnsley College's key exam results include: Progress 8 score of -3.20 (below the national average); Average A-Level grade: C+; 0% achieved grade 5+ in English and Maths GCSE; Attainment 8 score of 6.5.

Contact Information

01226216216www.barnsley.ac.uk

PO Box 266, Barnsley

Barnsley, S70 2YW

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PO Box 266, Barnsley

Barnsley, S70 2YW

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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