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Oakwell Rise Primary Academy

Doncaster Road, Barnsley, S70 1TS

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

250

Ages

3-11

FSM

44.0%

Capacity

318

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

87.0%

Writing

84.0%

Maths

87.0%

RWM Combined

81.0%

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About Oakwell Rise Primary Academy

Oakwell Rise Primary Academy is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 81% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 250 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Doncaster Road, Barnsley, S70 1TS | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Oakwell Rise Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2021 — Good
Feb 2016 — Inadequate (predecessor: Doncaster Road Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Oakwell Rise Primary Academy

What is Oakwell Rise Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Oakwell Rise Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Oakwell Rise Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Oakwell Rise Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 81% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Oakwell Rise Primary Academy located?

Oakwell Rise Primary Academy is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S70 1TS).

How many pupils attend Oakwell Rise Primary Academy?

Oakwell Rise Primary Academy has around 250 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Oakwell Rise Primary Academy with other schools?

View Oakwell Rise Primary Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Barnsley.