Gawber Primary School
101%
Capacity
212
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Gawber Primary School
Gawber Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Dawn Bradshaw, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3350th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 70 in Barnsley.
Gawber Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 30 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gawber Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Gawber 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Street, Barnsley, Barnsley, S75 2RJ |
| Headteacher | Dawn Bradshaw |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3350th of 13,686
Nationally
331st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
23rd of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
73%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
123
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gawber Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Street, Barnsley
Barnsley, S75 2RJ
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