Parkside Primary Academy

About Parkside Primary Academy

Parkside Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Parkside Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Tiedemann, it falls under Barnsley local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5216th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 70 in Barnsley.

Parkside Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 21 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Parkside Primary Academy include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Football, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Parkside Primary Academy 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.

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