Birdwell Primary School
90%
Capacity
188
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Birdwell Primary School
Birdwell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Birdwell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Swallow, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1152nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Birdwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 25 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 Birdwell Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Science Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Birdwell 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sheffield Road, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 5XB |
| Headteacher | Richard Swallow |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1152nd of 13,686
Nationally
111th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
4th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
82%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Birdwell Primary School
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Contact Information
Sheffield Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 5XB
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