Burton Road Primary School
107%
Capacity
338
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Burton Road Primary School
Burton Road 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 338 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burton Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher M Harris, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10999th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Burton Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 42 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 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 Burton Road Primary School include Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Burton Road 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 | Old Mill, Burton Road, Barnsley, Barnsley, S71 2AA |
| Headteacher | M Harris |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 338 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 338 / 315 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10999th of 13,686
Nationally
1181st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
56th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
49%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Old Mill, Burton Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S71 2AA
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