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Barndale School

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Barndale School

Howling Lane, Alnwick, NE66 1DQ

Community special school
Pupils
90
Ages
4-19
FSM
54.1%
Capacity
120
Ofsted
Good
Apr 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard2024/25

Reading
10.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
10.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

What to look for in a primary schoolApplication timelines, KS2 SATs context, and what to ask on a school visit.

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures2024/25

Attainment 8
N/A
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

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About Barndale School

Barndale School is a secondary school in Alnwick, Northumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 90 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Howling Lane, Alnwick, NE66 1DQ | More schools in Northumberland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Barndale School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Apr 2024Good
  2. Dec 2019Requires improvement
  3. Jul 2015Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Barndale School

What is Barndale School's Ofsted rating?
Barndale School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Barndale School's latest exam results?
Barndale School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Barndale School located?
Barndale School is a secondary school in Alnwick, Northumberland (NE66 1DQ).
How many pupils attend Barndale School?
Barndale School has around 90 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Barndale School with other schools?
View Barndale School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Northumberland.