Secondary schools in Barnsley
There are 10 secondary schools in Barnsley. 1 is rated Outstanding and 7 Good by Ofsted. Each listing shows the year groups, Ofsted rating and how admissions work.
Applying for a place in Barnsley
- Starting secondary school (Year 7) in September 2027: applications close on 31 October 2026. Offers are sent on 1 March 2027.
- You apply through the council where you live, even for schools in a different area, and late applications are considered after on-time ones.
Secondary schools in Barnsley, by town
Barnsley
- Barnsley Academy
Year 7 - Year 11 · S70 3DL
Ofsted: Good - Darton Academy
Year 7 - Year 11 · S75 5EF
Ofsted: Good - Horizon Community College
Year 7 - Year 11 · S70 6PD
Ofsted: Good - Kirk Balk Academy
Year 7 - Year 11 · S74 9HX
Ofsted: Good - Netherwood Academy
Year 7 - Year 11 · S73 8FE
Ofsted: Good - Outwood Academy Carlton
Year 7 - Year 11 · S71 3EW
No rating on record - Outwood Academy Shafton
Year 7 - Year 11 · S72 8RE
Ofsted: Not judged - Trinity Academy St. Edwards
Year 7 - Year 11 · S70 6FP
Ofsted: Outstanding
Rotherham
- Astrea Academy Dearne
Year 7 - Year 11 · S63 9EW
Ofsted: Good
Sheffield
- Penistone Grammar School
Year 7 - Year 13 · S36 7BX
Ofsted: Good