Hoylandswaine Primary School
58%
Capacity
87
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Hoylandswaine Primary School
Hoylandswaine Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 87 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hoylandswaine Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Chloe Redfearn, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 12th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 70 in Barnsley.
Hoylandswaine Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 7 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Visual Impairment, Multi-Sensory Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hoylandswaine Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Hoylandswaine 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Haigh Lane, Sheffield, Barnsley, S36 7JJ |
| Headteacher | Chloe Redfearn |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 87 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.3% |
| School Capacity | 87 / 150 (58% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
12th of 13,686
Nationally
2nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
1st of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Haigh Lane, Sheffield
Barnsley, S36 7JJ
Haigh Lane, Sheffield
Barnsley, S36 7JJ
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