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Milefield Primary School

Milefield Lane, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72 7BH

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Pupils

305

Ages

3-11

FSM

40.3%

Capacity

315

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

74.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

69.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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About Milefield Primary School

Milefield Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 305 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Milefield Lane, Barnsley, S72 7BH | More schools in Barnsley

Ofsted inspection history

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

Mar 2024 — Good
Nov 2019 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Milefield Primary School)
Jul 2015 — Good (predecessor: Milefield Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Milefield Primary School

What is Milefield Primary School's Ofsted rating?

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

What are Milefield Primary School's latest exam results?

Milefield Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Milefield Primary School located?

Milefield Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, Barnsley (S72 7BH).

How many pupils attend Milefield Primary School?

Milefield Primary School has around 305 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Milefield Primary School with other schools?

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