Quick Facts


Phase: Primary
Age range: 3 to 11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils on roll: 439
Capacity: 459
Local authority: Westmorland and Furness
Governance: Academy converter
Nursery provision: Has Nursery Classes
SEN provision: N/A

About this school


Newbarns Primary and Nursery School is a academy converter located in Barrow-in-Furness, within the Westmorland and Furness local authority. The school plays an important role in the local community and forms part of the state funded education system in England.

Newbarns Primary and Nursery School caters for mixed pupils from 3 to 11 years. With 439 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 459, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 29 April 2025, awarding it a Good rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.

Ofsted Summary


Overall rating: Good
Last inspection: 29 April 2025
Read the full Ofsted report: View Report

Admissions Information


Admissions policy: Academy
Catchment: Based on distance from school
Oversubscribed: Yes (in recent years)
Link to local authority admissions page: Contact School Website

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