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Barnsley Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Barnsley Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Barnsley , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 915 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

915

Pupils

900

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Barnsley Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to Barnsley Academy is managed by Barnsley and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 915 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 900 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Barnsley before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Barnsley Academy — School Information

Full address
Farm Road, Kendray, Barnsley, S70 3DL
Local authority
Barnsley
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Christian
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
46.7% of pupils
DfE URN
131749

Other Secondary Schools in Barnsley

If Barnsley Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Barnsley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Barnsley Academy

Is Barnsley Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Barnsley Academy currently has 915 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 900 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Barnsley Academy?

Barnsley Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Barnsley before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Barnsley Academy cover?

Barnsley Academy is a secondary school in Barnsley, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Barnsley Academy?

Barnsley Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.