Mapplewell Primary School
129%
Capacity
348
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Mapplewell Primary School
Mapplewell 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 348 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (129% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mapplewell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samuel Garrood, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1852nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Mapplewell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 45 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mapplewell Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Football, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Mapplewell 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 | Greenside Avenue, Barnsley, Barnsley, S75 6BB |
| Headteacher | Samuel Garrood |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 348 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.3% |
| School Capacity | 348 / 270 (129% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1852nd of 13,686
Nationally
177th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
10th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
78%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greenside Avenue, Barnsley
Barnsley, S75 6BB
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