Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
105%
Capacity
221
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield is a state-funded None primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Outwood Primary Academy Darfield "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Wakefield, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8407th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 70 in Barnsley.
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 25 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 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 Outwood Primary Academy Darfield include Forest School, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Tennis, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Outwood Primary Academy Darfield 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 | None |
| Address | Snape Hill Road, Barnsley, Barnsley, S73 9LT |
| Headteacher | Karen Wakefield |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.4% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8407th of 13,686
Nationally
889th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
43rd of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
58%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Snape Hill Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S73 9LT
Snape Hill Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S73 9LT
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