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Outwood Academy Shafton

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Outwood Academy Shafton

Engine Lane, Shafton, Barnsley, S72 8RE

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
May 2025

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

41.9school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
41.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
18.0%
Basics 9-5
43.3%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

41.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2340.246.4
2023/2440.746.4
2024/2541.946.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23-0.610.00
2023/24-0.440.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
23.2%
EBacc APS
3.57
EBacc 9-5
12.9%
EBacc 9-4
14.4%
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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Outwood Academy Carlton
2.93 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School
3.74 km away · Academy sponsor led
Requires improvement
Compass Community School Hemsworth
4.01 km away · Other independent special school
Springwell Special Academy
4.05 km away · Academy special converter
Good
Springwell Alternative Academy
4.08 km away · Academy alternative provision converter
Good

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About Outwood Academy Shafton

Outwood Academy Shafton is a secondary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 114 responses), 83% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.9. The school has around 1,380 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Engine Lane, Barnsley, S72 8RE | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. May 2025 — Good
  2. Sept 2023 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
  3. Jan 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Outwood Academy Shafton

What is Outwood Academy Shafton's Ofsted rating?
Outwood Academy Shafton received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What do parents say about Outwood Academy Shafton?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 114 responses): 83% of parents would recommend Outwood Academy Shafton.
What are Outwood Academy Shafton's latest exam results?
Outwood Academy Shafton: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Outwood Academy Shafton located?
Outwood Academy Shafton is a secondary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S72 8RE).
How many pupils attend Outwood Academy Shafton?
Outwood Academy Shafton has around 1,380 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Outwood Academy Shafton with other schools?
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