PrimaryData as of May 2026

Lift Meadstead

Meadstead Drive, Royston, Barnsley, S71 4JS

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

210

Ages

3-11

FSM

42.9%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

May 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

75.0%

Writing

68.0%

Maths

71.0%

RWM Combined

68.0%

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About Lift Meadstead

Lift Meadstead is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 68% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 210 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Meadstead Drive, Barnsley, S71 4JS | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

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

May 2025 — Good
Apr 2024 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Nov 2022 — Requires improvement
Jan 2019 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Lift Meadstead

What is Lift Meadstead's Ofsted rating?

Lift Meadstead received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Lift Meadstead's latest exam results?

Lift Meadstead: KS2 2024/25: 68% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Lift Meadstead located?

Lift Meadstead is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S71 4JS).

How many pupils attend Lift Meadstead?

Lift Meadstead has around 210 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Lift Meadstead with other schools?

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