PrimaryData as of May 2026

Lift Shafton

High Street, Shafton, Barnsley, S72 8QA

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

243

Ages

4-11

FSM

23.5%

Capacity

280

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2015

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

72.0%

Writing

69.0%

Maths

66.0%

RWM Combined

59.0%

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About Lift Shafton

Lift Shafton is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 59% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 243 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: High Street, Barnsley, S72 8QA | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lift Shafton, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2024 — Improved significantly
Oct 2019 — School remains Good
Nov 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Lift Shafton

What is Lift Shafton's Ofsted rating?

Lift Shafton received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What are Lift Shafton's latest exam results?

Lift Shafton: KS2 2024/25: 59% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Lift Shafton located?

Lift Shafton is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S72 8QA).

How many pupils attend Lift Shafton?

Lift Shafton has around 243 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Lift Shafton with other schools?

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