Parkside Academy 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.

Parkside Academy caters for mixed pupils from 2 to 11 years. With 281 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 300, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 19 October 2021, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.