The Mill Academy
100%
Capacity
220
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The Mill Academy
The Mill Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 220 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Mill Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Clayton, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11429th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 70 in Barnsley.
The Mill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 29 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
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 The Mill Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, The Mill 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lobwood, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 5EP |
| Headteacher | Lisa Clayton |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.9% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 220 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11429th of 13,686
Nationally
1243rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
62nd of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
47%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lobwood, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 5EP
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