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Netherwood Academy
Goodgraded 12/03/2024Ages 11–161,271 pupilsDoes not apply
Netherwood Academy is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 16 in Barnsley. The school has around 1,271 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 12/03/2024, Netherwood Academy was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show an average Attainment 8 score of 43.6 and 36% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in Barnsley can view Netherwood Academy's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesRequires Improvement
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 12/03/2024
Attendance & staffing
Attendance87.8%England avg 91.0%
Persistent absence36.4%England avg 25.8%
Pupils per teacher18.7England avg 17.6
Teachers with QTS99%England avg 97%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals37.9%England avg 28.6%
English not first language10.3%England avg 18.3%
DfE school census, 2025/26
GCSE results — Key Stage 4
Attainment 842.6
Progress 8-0.4
Grade 5+ English & maths39%
Grade 4+ English & maths62%
EBacc entry37%
EBacc average point score3.87
DfE, 2024/25
Nearby schools in Barnsley
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