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Carlton Primary Academy
Fish Dam Lane, Carlton, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3HF, Barnsley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
55.1 / 100
Top 45%
Better than 55% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
317
Capacity
332
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
95%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary academy serves 317 pupils and demonstrates solid performance, with 64% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at the end of Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 52% nationally. While 12% of pupils achieved a higher standard, there is room for improvement in this area. Overall, parent satisfaction appears strong, and the school offers a supportive environment for young learners.
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Last inspected: 13 June 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 64% | Bottom 48% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 12% | Top 28% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.8%
White Other3.2%
Mixed Other1.9%
Black African1.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Location
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53.58393, -1.44724 · S71 3HF
School details
Local authorityBarnsley
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN139083
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.carltonprimary.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Carlton Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Carlton Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 June 2023.
Is Carlton Primary Academy a good school?
Carlton Primary Academy scores 55.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 45% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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