Darton Academy
Darton Academy is a secondary located in Barnsley, S75 5EF. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 1,156 pupils on roll.
Darton Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
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: 1156
Number of Boys: 572
Number of Girls: 584
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 20.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-15
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.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Outstanding
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-03-28
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Spencer
Phone: 01226232306
Website: https://www.dartonacademy.org.uk
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Darton Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Darton Academy?
Darton Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Darton Academy admit?
Darton Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Darton Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Darton Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Darton Academy?
Darton Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Darton Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Darton Academy 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 Academy?
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