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What is Hoyland Common Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Hoyland Common Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Hoyland Common Primary School located?

Hoyland Common Primary School is located in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, S74 0DJ.

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Hoyland Common Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Hoyland Common Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Hoyland Common Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, Hoyland Common Primary School has 78% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 183 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 12.2%, 12% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.6%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected78%Attendance95.4%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Hoyland Common Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 183 pupils
SEN support: 19% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 78% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 19% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 45/100

Average surroundings

Air quality51/100

Transport access35/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Hoyland Common Primary School

At Hoyland Common Primary School, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

88% met the expected standard in reading and 88% in maths.

Attendance at Hoyland Common Primary School

Hoyland Common Primary School has an overall absence rate of 4.6%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Hoyland Common Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Hoyland Common Primary School is 12.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Hoyland Common Primary School

Hoyland Common Primary School has 183 pupils on roll.

12% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

19% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Hoyland Common Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Hoyland Common Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in July 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Hoyland Common Primary School is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Hoyland Common Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

Hoyland Common Primary School