Gawber Primary School
About Gawber Primary School
Gawber Primary School is a state primary for mixed-gender pupils aged 5 to 11 in Barnsley, and it is currently running at full capacity with 212 pupils against a school capacity of 210. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 5.7%, which is notably lower than the national average for primary schools, suggesting a relatively affluent local intake. Demand for places is exceptionally high: for the 2025/26 admissions cycle, the school received 123 total applications for just 30 places, with 52 of those coming as first preferences. That works out at an oversubscription ratio of 4.1 applicants per place, a strong signal that local families see Gawber as a highly desirable option. The school is non-denominational and does not have a nursery or sixth form, so it serves the primary years only, and is led by headteacher Dawn Bradshaw.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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