Parkside Primary Academy
Midland Road, Royston, Barnsley, S71 4QPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Parkside Primary Academy is a primary school in Barnsley for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 95 schools in Barnsley. It ranks 33rd of 58 primary schools in Barnsley. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 9 December 2014, report published 24 December 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 21 February 2024
Pupils thrive at Parkside Primary Academy. It is a friendly and inclusive school. Staff know pupils and their families well. They look after pupils and make sure that they are safe. The school has high expectations for what pupils learn and experience. These are realised. Pupils achieve well. These high expectations extend to pupils' behaviour and conduct. During lessons and social times, pupils behave well. Bullying is rare in the school. If it happens, it is successfully addressed by adults. Pupils are taught how to keep themselves safe online and offline. Pupils are clear about the risks they might face and how to protect themselves. This includes areas such as road safety and fire safety. School trips are often linked to the curriculum. These support pupils' development. Some pupils also attend a residential trip. Here they experience outdoor activities such as abseiling and climbing. This effectively develops their teamwork and resilience. As a result, pupils learn to tackle challenges and conquer their fears. Many pupils benefit from the range of clubs on offer. These include sports clubs and choir. These are well delivered by school staff and external experts. This means that pupils successfully develop their talents and interests.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, such as history, the school has not identified the specific knowledge that pupils should learn in each year group. This means that pupils do not build on their prior knowledge as well as they could. The school should review the curriculum in these subjects and identify precisely what knowledge should be taught and when.
- Some of the activities in the early years are not closely aligned to the children's learning needs. This means that at times children are not learning as much as they could. The school should ensure that activities match what the children need to learn next so that they can learn more.
- Some pupils do not remember what they have learned about different faiths. As a result, they are not as well prepared for life in modern Britain as they could be. The school should consider how it helps pupils to remember the religious education curriculum so pupils they have a clear and accurate understanding.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
225 pupils on roll, with places for 262
Schools near Parkside Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royston St John Baptist CE Primary | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| Lift Meadstead | 0.3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Summerfields Primary Academy | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 88% met the expected standard |
| Carlton Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Athersley North Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 49% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- PIONEER ACADEMIES COMMUNITY TRUST (PACT)
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Katy Haverty
- Phone
- 01226722416
- Address
- Midland Road, Royston, Barnsley, S71 4QP
- Local authority
- Barnsley
- URN
- 139084
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.