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Hoyland Common Primary School

Sheffield Road, Hoyland Common, Barnsley, S74 0DJ

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Pupils

398

Ages

3-11

FSM

16.1%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

83.0%

Writing

78.0%

Maths

78.0%

RWM Combined

66.0%

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About Hoyland Common Primary School

Hoyland Common Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 398 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Sheffield Road, Barnsley, S74 0DJ | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jul 2022 — Good
Jan 2008 — Outstanding (predecessor: Hoyland Common Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Hoyland Common Primary School

What is Hoyland Common Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Hoyland Common Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Hoyland Common Primary School's latest exam results?

Hoyland Common Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Hoyland Common Primary School located?

Hoyland Common Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S74 0DJ).

How many pupils attend Hoyland Common Primary School?

Hoyland Common Primary School has around 398 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Hoyland Common Primary School with other schools?

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