Lift St Helen's
74%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Lift St Helen's
Lift St Helen's is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lift St Helen's "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Gorton, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9911th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Lift St Helen's is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 15 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
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 Lift St Helen's include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Gardening, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Lift St Helen's 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 | St Helen's Way, Barnsley, Barnsley, S71 2PS |
| Headteacher | Victoria Gorton |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.1% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 280 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9911th of 13,686
Nationally
1058th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
54th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
53%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lift St Helen's
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Contact Information
St Helen's Way, Barnsley
Barnsley, S71 2PS
St Helen's Way, Barnsley
Barnsley, S71 2PS
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