The short version
Average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 61% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is at capacity (123% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
61%
-1.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
9%
+1.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
10% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 27 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 37 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 417
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 30.7%
Governance
- Local authority
- Barnsley
- Head
- Mr Daniel Wood (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Darfield Road, Cudworth, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 8HG
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Birkwood Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Birkwood Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Birkwood Primary School?
Birkwood Primary School currently has 417 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Birkwood Primary School take?
Birkwood Primary School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Birkwood Primary School?
Birkwood Primary School is in Barnsley, S72 8HG, in the Barnsley local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Birkwood Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Birkwood Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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