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Springwell Special Academy
St Helen's Boulevard, Carlton Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 2AY, Barnsley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
36.8 / 100
Bottom 37%
Better than 37% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
122
Capacity
132
Ages
5–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this academy offers a supportive environment for students aged 5-16, catering specifically to special educational needs. While the GCSE Attainment 8 score of 5.8 indicates some academic achievement, it is important to note that there are currently no students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Maths. Parents may appreciate the school's commitment to fostering individual growth despite the limited academic performance metrics.
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Last inspected: 8 March 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 5.8 | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 0% | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 0% | No UK data |
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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | No UK data |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British97.5%
White Other1.6%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Location
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53.57263, -1.46039 · S71 2AY
School details
Local authorityBarnsley
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN141563
School typeAcademy special converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Springwell Special Academy rated by Ofsted?
Springwell Special Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 8 March 2022.
Is Springwell Special Academy a good school?
Springwell Special Academy scores 36.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 37% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Springwell Special Academy in GCSEs?
Springwell Special Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 5.8. 0% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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