Best 3 Secondary schools in Barnsley – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Trinity Academy St. Edwards (Secondary) in Barnsley; Netherwood Academy (Secondary) in Barnsley; Astrea Academy Dearne (Secondary) in Rotherham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Trinity Academy St. Edwards, Netherwood Academy and Astrea Academy Dearne. They are secondary phase and free schools, academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Barnsley, Barnsley, South Yorkshire and Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Trinity Academy St. Edwards), published Jun 2024. The lowest is 2 (Netherwood Academy), published Apr 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Trinity Academy St. Edwards (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,050, combined total ≈ 3,100, typical FSM 35–40%, range 25–30%–40–45%; spread across trusts such as Trinity Multi Academy Trust and ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST.

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Attribute	Trinity Academy St. Edwards S70 6FP	Netherwood Academy S73 8FE	Astrea Academy Dearne S63 9EW
Phase / Type	Secondary • Free schools	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Barnsley S70 6FP	Barnsley South Yorkshire S73 8FE	Rotherham South Yorkshire S63 9EW
Latest Ofsted	1 23 Jun 2024	2 30 Apr 2024	2 3 Jul 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 700 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	900	1600	1200
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Trinity Multi Academy Trust	ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST	ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Website	stedwards.trinitymat.org	astreanetherwood.org	www.astreadearne.org
Telephone	01226664166	01226272000	01709892211
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Trinity Academy St. Edwards

S70 6FP

Phase / Type: Secondary • Free schools
Location: Barnsley
S70 6FP
Ofsted: 1 23 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 700 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Trinity Multi Academy Trust
Website: stedwards.trinitymat.org
Telephone: 01226664166

Netherwood Academy

S73 8FE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S73 8FE
Ofsted: 2 30 Apr 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Website: astreanetherwood.org
Telephone: 01226272000

Astrea Academy Dearne

S63 9EW

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S63 9EW
Ofsted: 2 3 Jul 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Website: www.astreadearne.org
Telephone: 01709892211

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.