Ward Green Primary School

About Ward Green Primary School

At Ward Green Primary School in Barnsley, we strive to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. Our school community is built on strong relationships, academic excellence, and a passion for learning. We look forward to welcoming you to our school.

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 14 responses • 3.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.8% positive 14.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

85.7% positive 14.3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

64.3% positive 35.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

85.7% positive 7.1% negative

My child does well at this school

71.5% positive 21.4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 14 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

18.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

46.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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David T

Parent Jun 29, 2025

5.0

"Wonderful Nursery to Reception Transition"

We were a bit worried about our little one making the transition from nursery to reception, but Ward Green Primary School made it seamless. The staff are so supportive and communicative, and our child is thriving. Great school, great people!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily W

Parent Dec 23, 2024

4.0

"Excellent School Experience"

We've been blown away by the dedication of the teachers and staff at Ward Green Primary School. Our child has flourished in their care and we're so grateful for the warm welcome we've received from the school community. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Anonymous

Parent Apr 18, 2021

1.0

"Horrible "

I left ward green primary school in 2019 and I was happy because I was getting bullied all the time and people hated me @wardgreenprimaryschool Is bad

Safety & Wellbeing 1/5

Teaching & Learning 1/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5

Facilities 4/5

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