West Meadows Primary School follows the St. Mary’s Academy Trust Admissions Policy.
St Mary’s Academy Trust Admissions Arrangements 2025-26
Be aware that your child is not guaranteed a place at West Meadows Primary School because they attend our nursery (Foundation Stage One). It is vital to complete the application for full time school when you receive it.

All prospective parents are welcome to visit the school by arrangement with the headteacher, who will be happy to give them a tour and answer any questions. Further information regarding admissions to school is available from the local authority website via this link.

https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/children-families-and-education/schools-and-learning/school-admissions-and-transfers/primary-school-places/

A guide for parents with children starting primary school in 2025

Appeals
If a child has been refused a place at any school named on their application form or transfer form, parents have the right to refer their case to an independent appeal panel for consideration.
If parents do not wish to accept the school place, they have been offered they should contact the Admissions Team within 20 working days to let them know their intentions.  Parents may appeal against the decision to refuse a place through the school appeals process.  The local authority will provide all relevant information regarding this process, their contact details are 01226 773670, or email: admissions@barnsley.gov.uk
Admissions will write to you to let you know the appeal date 14 days before it takes place. They will send you documentation summarising the reasons for refusing the admission at least seven days before the appeal.
You’ll be responsible for presenting your case, for deciding what you’d like to say at the appeal hearing and what written documentation you want the panel to consider. You should submit all written documentation to the Admissions Team at least seven days before the appeal.
Click the link below for further details.