Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy
113%
Capacity
175
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy
Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 155 places).
Ofsted has rated Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steve Silverwood, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10105th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Barnsley, Barnsley, S74 8HS |
| Headteacher | Steve Silverwood |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 155 (113% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10105th of 13,686
Nationally
1074th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
55th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
53%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Church Street, Barnsley
Barnsley, S74 8HS
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