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Darton Primary School Catchment Area

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

Darton Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Barnsley South, Barnsley , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 288 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

288

Pupils

270

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Darton Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Darton 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 288 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 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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Darton Primary School — School Information

Full address
Station Road, Darton, Barnsley South, S75 5AD
Local authority
Barnsley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
18% of pupils
DfE URN
140602

Frequently Asked Questions — Darton Primary School

Is Darton Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Darton Primary School currently has 288 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Darton Primary School?

Admission to Darton 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 Darton Primary School cover?

Darton Primary School is a primary school in Barnsley South, Barnsley, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Darton Primary School?

Darton Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.