Wombwell Park Street Primary School
110%
Capacity
351
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Wombwell Park Street Primary School
Wombwell Park Street 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 351 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 320 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wombwell Park Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chloe Lawson, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6274th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Wombwell Park Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 44 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 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 Wombwell Park Street Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Wombwell Park Street 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 | Park Street, Barnsley, Barnsley, S73 0HS |
| Headteacher | Chloe Lawson |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 351 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 351 / 320 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6274th of 13,686
Nationally
652nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
37th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
64%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Street, Barnsley
Barnsley, S73 0HS
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