Hoyland Springwood Primary School
70%
Capacity
146
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hoyland Springwood Primary School
Hoyland Springwood 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 146 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hoyland Springwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Clarke, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11655th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Hoyland Springwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 14 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hoyland Springwood Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Hoyland Springwood 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 | Clough Fields Road, Barnsley, Barnsley, S74 0ER |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Clarke |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 146 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.1% |
| School Capacity | 146 / 210 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Oct 2023): 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 (45%)
11655th of 13,686
Nationally
1265th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
64th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clough Fields Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S74 0ER
Journey to School
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