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West Meadows Primary School

West Street, Hoyland, Barnsley, S74 9ET

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Pupils

216

Ages

3-11

FSM

42.3%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2026

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

69.0%

Writing

66.0%

Maths

72.0%

RWM Combined

55.0%

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About West Meadows Primary School

West Meadows Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2026 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 216 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: West Street, Barnsley, S74 9ET | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2021 — School remains Good
Nov 2021 — School remains Good
Jan 2011 — Good (predecessor: West Meadows Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about West Meadows Primary School

What is West Meadows Primary School's Ofsted rating?

West Meadows Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2026 inspection.

What are West Meadows Primary School's latest exam results?

West Meadows Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is West Meadows Primary School located?

West Meadows Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S74 9ET).

How many pupils attend West Meadows Primary School?

West Meadows Primary School has around 216 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare West Meadows Primary School with other schools?

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