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Birdwell Primary School Catchment Area

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

Birdwell Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Barnsley , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 188 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

188

Pupils

210

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Birdwell Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Birdwell Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Barnsley. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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Birdwell Primary School — School Information

Full address
Sheffield Road, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5XB
Local authority
Barnsley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
22.9% of pupils
DfE URN
149455

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If Birdwell Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Barnsley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Birdwell Primary School

Is Birdwell Primary School oversubscribed?

Birdwell Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Birdwell Primary School?

Admission to Birdwell Primary School is managed by Barnsley. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Birdwell Primary School cover?

Birdwell Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Birdwell Primary School?

Birdwell Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.