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The Mill Academy Catchment Area

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

The Mill Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Barnsley , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 220 pupils, and a capacity of 220 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

220

Pupils

220

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

The Mill Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Mill 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 220 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 220 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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The Mill Academy — School Information

Full address
Lobwood, Worsbrough Bridge, Barnsley, S70 5EP
Local authority
Barnsley
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
44.9% of pupils
DfE URN
141097

Other Primary Schools in Barnsley

If The Mill Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Barnsley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Mill Academy

Is The Mill Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Mill Academy currently has 220 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 220 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Mill Academy?

Admission to The Mill 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 The Mill Academy cover?

The Mill Academy is a primary school in 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 The Mill Academy?

The Mill Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.