Alternative provision academy · Barnsley

Springwell Alternative Academy

Alternative provision
Ages 4–16

Term dates

Alternative provision academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Barnsley council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

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Admissions

Places for Year 7 are applied for through your home council, not the school.

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About and location

Type: Alternative provision academy
Phase: Alternative provision
Ages: 4–16
Pupils: 57 (capacity 99)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Phone: 01226291133
Address: St Helen's Boulevard, Carlton Road, Barnsley, S71 2AY
Website: springwelllearningcommunity.co.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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