West Meadows Primary School
103%
Capacity
216
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About West Meadows Primary School
West Meadows 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 216 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Meadows Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hanna Marsh, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12350th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 70 in Barnsley.
West Meadows Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 23 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 West Meadows Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, West Meadows 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 | West Street, Barnsley, Barnsley, S74 9ET |
| Headteacher | Hanna Marsh |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.3% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 210 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Feb 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12350th of 13,686
Nationally
1350th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
67th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
41%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West Street, Barnsley
Barnsley, S74 9ET
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