Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School
97%
Capacity
228
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Harrison, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6661st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 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 Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Westwood New Road, Barnsley, Barnsley, S75 3DA |
| Headteacher | Vicky Harrison |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.7% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 236 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6661st of 13,686
Nationally
699th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
39th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
63%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School
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Contact Information
Westwood New Road, Barnsley
Barnsley, S75 3DA
Journey to School
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