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Carrfield Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Carrfield Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Rotherham, Barnsley , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 295 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

295

Pupils

315

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Carrfield Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Carrfield Primary Academy 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: 94% 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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Carrfield Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Highgate Lane, Bolton-on-Dearne, Rotherham, S63 8AL
Local authority
Barnsley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
35.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138702

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If Carrfield Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Carrfield Primary Academy

Is Carrfield Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Carrfield Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Carrfield Primary Academy?

Admission to Carrfield Primary Academy 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 Carrfield Primary Academy cover?

Carrfield Primary Academy is a primary school in Rotherham, 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 Carrfield Primary Academy?

Carrfield Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.