Darton College
Darton College is a secondary located in Barnsley, S75 5EF. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Not Rated. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 1,135 pupils on roll.
Darton College is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Community school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Barnsley
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1200
Number of Pupils: 1135
Number of Boys: 561
Number of Girls: 574
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 11.6
Last Changed Date: 2018-10-18
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
No inspection data available.
Contact
Headteacher: Davies
Phone: N/A
Website: N/A
Location: Ballfield Lane, Darton
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Darton College
What is the Ofsted rating of Darton College?
Darton College has been rated Not Rated by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Darton College admit?
Darton College admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Darton College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Darton College is a mixed school.
What type of school is Darton College?
Darton College is a community school offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Darton College?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Darton College on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Darton College?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Darton College in Barnsley. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
