Joseph Locke Primary School
101%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Joseph Locke Primary School
Joseph Locke Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 444 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Joseph Locke Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Judith Brock, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11229th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Joseph Locke Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 57 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Joseph Locke Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 10 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Joseph Locke Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Football, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Joseph Locke 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Shaw Street, Joseph Locke Primary School, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 6JL |
| Headteacher | Judith Brock |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 444 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11229th of 13,686
Nationally
1215th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
59th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
48%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% 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, Joseph Locke Primary School, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 6JL
Shaw Street, Joseph Locke Primary School, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 6JL
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