Jump Primary School has closed (Tuesday 31 March 2026).
It became an academy, which has a new school record. The school at this address is now Jump Primary Academy.
Jump Primary School, Barnsley
Jump Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Barnsley. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in February 2024. Its 2025 Key Stage 2 results were the 27th-highest of the 60 schools in Barnsley with published results, and 6,288th of 14,452 across England. It was 98% full in 2025.
- SATs results
- In line with England
- Ofsted
- Good (2024)
- Demand
- Every first choice offered
- Attendance
- In line with England
Reception applications for September 2027 close in 80 days
Deadline Friday 15 January 2027. Apply to Barnsley (the council where you live). Offers on 16 April.
Data last updated 8 Oct 2026
Jump Primary School in detail
Results
In 2025, 82% of Year 6 pupils at Jump Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 76% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 78% and 79% in Barnsley and 77% and 75% across England.
Results were similar in 2024 (85% in reading, 76% in maths).
With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.
Getting a place at Jump Primary School
For September 2026 entry, 27 families put Jump Primary School as their first choice and 70 named it as one of their preferences, for 28 places offered. It had fewer first-choice applications than places. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Jump Primary School are Jump Primary Academy (under 0.1 miles); Greenfield Primary School (0.4 miles); St Helen's Catholic Primary School (0.7 miles, Good, 73% reading, 82% maths); and Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy (0.9 miles, Good, 73% reading, 86% maths).
Jump Primary School's 2025 results were higher than 1 of these 2 schools.
Jump Primary AcademyGreenfield Primary SchoolSt Helen's Catholic Primary SchoolElsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy
Who goes there
6.3% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are White British (88%) and Mixed (5%).
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Elsecar Rail Station, about 990 metres away (roughly a 12-minute walk).
8 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Roebuck Hill/Roebuck Ridge (adjacent), 170 metres away.
Suspensions and exclusions
In 2024/25, Jump Primary School issued 1 suspension, 0.4 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE school-level applications and offers; council admissions booklets; DfE appeals statistics; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); DfE exclusions statistics
Location
Every family who put it first was offered a place for 2026 entry, so distance did not limit places that year.
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's February 2024 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Jump Primary School creates a happy, welcoming environment where children thrive and develop confidence. The school excels at teaching reading and provides excellent support for all learners, including those with additional needs. Staff genuinely care about pupils' wellbeing and provide individualised support to help every child succeed.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding early years provision with highly skilled staff who create an exciting learning environment
- Strong phonics teaching and a love of reading throughout the school, with high Year 1 phonics outcomes
- Excellent support for pupils with special educational needs, who achieve highly from their starting points
- Well-led school with ambitious leaders who support staff wellbeing
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils with effective pastoral care and emotional support
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment of what pupils have learned is not used consistently across all subjects to identify gaps in knowledge and adapt teaching
- Some disadvantaged pupils do not attend school regularly enough, missing out on learning experiences
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with staff trained to keep pupils safe and pupils confident in talking to adults about concerns.
Extracurricular Activities
School clubs (some during school day), reading buddies, librarian roles, well-being ambassadors, local trips including visits to water treatment works
Jump Primary School is a happy, calm and welcoming school with a caring ethos where pupils behave well and achieve good outcomes. The school has high expectations and a well-designed curriculum enriched by local trips and a strong focus on reading.
At a Glance
23.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2024/25KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 82% (2024 to 2025). Maths has remained stable at around 76% (2024 to 2025). Writing has remained stable at around 73% (2024 to 2025).
Class Sizes
27.8
Avg class size
28.7
Infant (KS1)
28.8
KS2
8
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2025/26 academic year
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby primary schools
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Getting There
Train Stations
Bus Stops
Free school transport
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Commute and house prices
Your chances of a place at Jump Primary School
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
98%
Near capacity
206 pupils
210 places
4 spare places in 2025
2025, DfE school capacity data
Area Demand Pressure - Barnsley
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Barnsley
Across Barnsley council
Places available
2,979
Applications
2,423
Got 1st preference
95.7%
Got preferred school
99.2%
All primary applications across Barnsley council (2026/27), not just this school.
This school: Every first choice offered
Inspection History(7)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
36
SEN Support
13
EHC Plans
22.1%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
222
Total Pupils
113
Boys
109
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
10
Teachers
24.0:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£54,512
Mean salary
2026 data
School Funding
£5,709
Per pupil
£1338k
Total funding
£79k
Pupil premium
2025-26 financial year allocations
Pupil Absence2024/25
4.3%
Overall absence
10.9%
Persistent absence
183
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Questions parents ask about Jump Primary School
What are SATs results like at Jump Primary School?
Of the pupils at Jump Primary School who took the 2025 Key Stage 2 assessments, 82% reached the expected standard in reading and 76% did so in maths.
What is Jump Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Jump Primary School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in February 2024. At its previous graded inspection in 2013 it was rated Outstanding.
What is the catchment area for Jump Primary School?
No fixed boundary. When Jump Primary School is oversubscribed, Barnsley allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
Is it hard to get a place at Jump Primary School?
Jump Primary School was close to full in 2025, at 98% of its capacity.
How big are the classes at Jump Primary School?
Classes at Jump Primary School average 27.8 pupils (2025/26). 1 class has more than 30 pupils - infant classes are capped at 30 by law, with limited exceptions.
How many pupils go to Jump Primary School?
Jump Primary School has around 222 pupils on roll. 23% are eligible for free school meals.
What is attendance like at Jump Primary School?
4.3% of sessions were missed at Jump Primary School in 2024/25. 10.9% of pupils were persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions).
How do I apply to Jump Primary School?
Apply through Barnsley's coordinated admissions process, naming Jump Primary School on your application. Applications for Reception places starting in September 2027 close on Friday 15 January 2027, and offers are made on Friday 16 April 2027.
Where is Jump Primary School?
Jump Primary School is at Roebuck Hill, Jump, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S74 0JW.