Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Rood Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Dobson, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9037th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 15 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Rood Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Holy Rood Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Shaw Street, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 6JL |
| Headteacher | Karen Dobson |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9037th of 13,686
Nationally
963rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
46th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
56%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shaw Street, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 6JL
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