Reporting Protocol

How to raise a safeguarding concern

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No published safeguarding contact found

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Ofsted 2026

Inspection summary

Ofsted Rating Good
Safeguarding Not assessed
Last Ofsted Inspection 21 October 2025
Framework OLD
School Details

At a glance

Establishment data from the DfE Get Information about Schools (GIAS) register, Newstead Road, Athersley, Barnsley, S71 3NA.

Establishment Type Other independent special school
Phase of Education Not applicable
Status Open
Headteacher Mrs Laura Thresh
Number on Roll 39
School Capacity 65
Telephone 01924967610
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