Worsbrough Common Primary School
96%
Capacity
404
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Worsbrough Common Primary School
Worsbrough Common 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 404 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Worsbrough Common Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Ainley, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6110th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 70 in Barnsley.
Worsbrough Common Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 50 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Worsbrough Common Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnsley, Worsbrough Common 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 | Bruce Avenue, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 4EB |
| Headteacher | Kate Ainley |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 404 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.6% |
| School Capacity | 404 / 420 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6110th of 13,686
Nationally
636th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
36th of 70
In Barnsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
65%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 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.
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Contact Information
Bruce Avenue, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 4EB
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