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Sandhill Primary School

Dearne Street, Great Houghton, Barnsley, S72 0EQ

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Pupils

245

Ages

3-11

FSM

43.0%

Capacity

270

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

72.0%

Maths

83.0%

RWM Combined

62.0%

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About Sandhill Primary School

Sandhill Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 245 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Dearne Street, Barnsley, S72 0EQ | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

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

Mar 2024 — Good
Feb 2023 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Nov 2021 — Requires improvement
Mar 2018 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Sandhill Primary School

What is Sandhill Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Sandhill Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Sandhill Primary School's latest exam results?

Sandhill Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Sandhill Primary School located?

Sandhill Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S72 0EQ).

How many pupils attend Sandhill Primary School?

Sandhill Primary School has around 245 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Sandhill Primary School with other schools?

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