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Birdwell Primary School
Sheffield Road, Birdwell, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 5XB, Barnsley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
81.5 / 100
Top 19%
Better than 82% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
188
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
90%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive Key Stage 2 results, this primary school excels with 85% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 7% nationally. The school enjoys a strong LocaleIQ score of 81.5, indicating it outperforms 82% of other schools in the area. While 19% of pupils achieve higher standards, there is room for growth in this area.
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Last inspected: 13 December 2022Quality 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%. | 85% | Top 7% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 19% | Top 10% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.6%
White Other2.7%
Black African2.7%
Gypsy/Roma0.5%
Asian Other0.5%
Mixed Other0.5%
Location
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53.50845, -1.47967 · S70 5XB
School details
Local authorityBarnsley
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN149455
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.birdwellprimary.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Birdwell Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Birdwell Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 December 2022.
Is Birdwell Primary School a good school?
Birdwell Primary School scores 81.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 19% 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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