Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange
96%
Capacity
403
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange
Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange is a state-funded None primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 403 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Wakefield, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5829th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 70 in Barnsley.
Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 46 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 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 Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange include Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange 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 | Littleworth Lane, Barnsley, Barnsley, S71 5RG |
| Headteacher | Karen Wakefield |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.2% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 420 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5829th of 13,686
Nationally
607th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
33rd of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
66%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
62
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Littleworth Lane, Barnsley
Barnsley, S71 5RG
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