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Goldthorpe Primary Academy

Doncaster Road, Goldthorpe, Rotherham, S63 9HY

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Pupils

292

Ages

3-11

FSM

49.4%

Capacity

297

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

74.0%

Maths

76.0%

RWM Combined

68.0%

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About Goldthorpe Primary Academy

Goldthorpe Primary Academy is a primary school in Rotherham, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 68% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 292 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Doncaster Road, Rotherham, S63 9HY | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2023 — Good
Jul 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Dearne Goldthorpe Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Goldthorpe Primary Academy

What is Goldthorpe Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Goldthorpe Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Goldthorpe Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Goldthorpe Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 68% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Goldthorpe Primary Academy located?

Goldthorpe Primary Academy is a primary school in Rotherham, Barnsley (S63 9HY).

How many pupils attend Goldthorpe Primary Academy?

Goldthorpe Primary Academy has around 292 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Goldthorpe Primary Academy with other schools?

View Goldthorpe 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.