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  • Darton Academy
  • Kirk Balk Academy
  • Horizon Community College
  • Barnsley Academy
  • Netherwood Academy
  • Outwood Academy Shafton
  • Outwood Academy Carlton
  • Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School
  • Trinity Academy St. Edwards
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2025 Best Secondary Schools in Barnsley Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top secondary schools across Barnsley. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Secondary Schools in Barnsley

Map
State · Secondary
#1BARNSLEY
#1,380England

Darton Academy

Ballfield Lane, Darton, Barnsley, S75 5EF
Barnsley council
GCSE
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,156 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School190 offers / 365 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Secondary
#2BARNSLEY
#1,586England

Kirk Balk Academy

West Street, Hoyland, Barnsley, S74 9HX
Barnsley council
GCSE
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,333 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School264 offers / 380 applications
Subscription: 1.4xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Secondary
#3BARNSLEY
#1,841England

Horizon Community College

Dodworth Road, Barnsley, S70 6PD
Barnsley council
GCSE
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,974 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School389 offers / 752 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
Special Classes
Details
State · Secondary
#4BARNSLEY
#2,218England

Barnsley Academy

Farm Road, Kendray, Barnsley, S70 3DL
Barnsley council
GCSE
Ofsted Rating
Good
919 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
Christian
Application Demand
Primary School174 offers / 374 applications
Subscription: 2.1xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Secondary
#5BARNSLEY
#2,470England

Netherwood Academy

Dove Valley Way, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 8FE
Barnsley council
GCSE
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,236 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School259 offers / 323 applications
Subscription: 1.3xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Secondary
#6BARNSLEY
#2,686England

Outwood Academy Shafton

Engine Lane, Shafton, Barnsley, S72 8RE
Barnsley council
GCSE
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,382 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School260 offers / 357 applications
Subscription: 1.4xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Secondary
#7BARNSLEY
#2,907England

Outwood Academy Carlton

Royston Lane, Carlton, Barnsley, S71 3EW
Barnsley council
GCSE
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,111 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School207 offers / 395 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · All-through
#8BARNSLEY
#3,593England

Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School

Carlton Road, Barnsley, S71 2LF
Barnsley council
GCSE
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Requires Improvement
1,158 pupils
Mixed
3-16 years
Church of England & Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School42 offers / 74 applications
Subscription: 1.8xOversubscribed
Secondary School69 offers / 199 applications
Subscription: 2.9xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Secondary
Unranked

Trinity Academy St. Edwards

Keresforth Close, Barnsley, S70 6FP
Barnsley council
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
535 pupils
Mixed
11-16 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School170 offers / 725 applications
Subscription: 4.3xOversubscribed
No special features
Details

Map of Secondary Schools in Barnsley

Interactive map showing secondary schools in Barnsley. Uses the same markers and behaviour as the map page.

Neighbourhoods in Barnsley

Athersley is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England SchoolStateAll-through3-16 yearsMixedChurch of England & CatholicRequires Improvement
Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School#8
School Type: State
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 3-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England & Catholic
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Carlton is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Outwood Academy CarltonStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedNoneGood
Outwood Academy Carlton#7
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Darton is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1Darton AcademyStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedNoneGood
Darton Academy#1
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Dodworth is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Horizon Community CollegeStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedNoneGood
Horizon Community College#3
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Hoyland is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2Kirk Balk AcademyStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedNoneGood
Kirk Balk Academy#2
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Kendray is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4Barnsley AcademyStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedChristianGood
Barnsley Academy#4
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Christian
Ofsted: Good

Keresforth is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/ATrinity Academy St. EdwardsStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
Trinity Academy St. EdwardsN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding

Shafton is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6Outwood Academy ShaftonStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedNoneGood
Outwood Academy Shafton#6
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Wombwell is a popular residential pocket within the Barnsley area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Barnsley and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5Netherwood AcademyStateSecondary11-16 yearsMixedNoneGood
Netherwood Academy#5
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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