Shawlands Primary School
101%
Capacity
323
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Shawlands Primary School
Shawlands 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 323 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 320 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shawlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Athorn, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7273rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Shawlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 31 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Shawlands Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 10 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shawlands Primary School include Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Shawlands 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 | Shaw Street, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 6JL |
| Headteacher | Claire Athorn |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 323 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 323 / 320 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7273rd of 13,686
Nationally
767th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
40th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shaw Street, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 6JL
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