St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
101%
Capacity
142
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 142 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Kelly, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11101st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 70 in Barnsley.
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 16 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Coding, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, St Michael and All Angels Catholic 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Stonyford Road, Barnsley, Barnsley, S73 8AF |
| Headteacher | Natalie Kelly |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 142 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.0% |
| School Capacity | 142 / 140 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11101st of 13,686
Nationally
1200th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
57th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
48%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Stonyford Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S73 8AF
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