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Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
Snape Hill Road, Darfield, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S73 9LT, Barnsley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
78.5 / 100
Top 21%
Better than 79% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
221
Capacity
210
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
105%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary academy demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 76% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 21% nationally. Parent satisfaction is likely bolstered by the school's LocaleIQ score of 78.5, which indicates it outperforms 79% of schools in the area. However, specific data on progress measures is limited, making it essential for prospective parents to inquire further about individual student growth.
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Last inspected: 9 April 2024Quality 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%. | 76% | Top 21% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 24% | Top 5% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British65.6%
White Other20.4%
Mixed Other5.9%
Black African3.2%
Other1.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Asian Other0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.5%
Location
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53.53197, -1.38473 · S73 9LT
School details
Local authorityBarnsley
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN143940
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Outwood Primary Academy Darfield rated by Ofsted?
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 9 April 2024.
Is Outwood Primary Academy Darfield a good school?
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield scores 78.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 21% 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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