William Barcroft Junior School

About William Barcroft Junior School

William Barcroft Junior School is a happy and vibrant academy where we aim to provide a first class education for all pupils living in our community. We inspire greatness in every child and to equip them with the academic achievements, life skills and personal attributes to lead happy, safe, successful lives.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Sarah Sargent

Rating Breakdown

Based on published 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 • 23 responses • 7.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

60.8% positive 39.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

65.2% positive 34.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

43.5% positive 52.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

82.6% positive 13% negative

My child does well at this school

82.6% positive 13% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 23 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

13.6

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

64.0%

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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Lucy W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2023

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

I have mixed feelings about William Barcroft Junior School. My son enjoyed the Diwali celebration and the Grimsby Town Football Club visit, but I felt that the school could improve communication with parents. The staff were kind and supportive, but I didn't see enough differentiation in the lessons. Overall, it was an okay experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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James T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2023

4.0

"Good Education and Values"

My son joined William Barcroft Junior School last year, and I've been impressed with the education and values they're teaching him. He loves the planetarium trips and the Jungle Book theatre production. The staff are welcoming and responsive. Overall, a good school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"Excellent Support and Facilities"

My daughter has settled really well at William Barcroft Junior School. The staff are always friendly and supportive, and the facilities are great. She loves attending the extracurricular activities, especially the Bikeability program. Highly recommend this school!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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