Newton Primary School
URN: 112194 • Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0LT
Overview
- Name
- Newton Primary School
- URN
- 112194
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Fell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Newton Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0LT
Summary
Newton Primary School, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a mixed community school with a capacity of 80 pupils and currently serves 79 students. The school prides itself on fostering a warm and friendly ethos, emphasizing strong relationships with parents and the local community. Headteacher Lisa Fell, a former pupil, is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where each child's academic and personal needs are met.
The curriculum at Newton Primary is designed to be adaptable, catering to the interests and needs of individual students. The school offers a wide range of subjects, including art, science, and physical education, and provides opportunities for personal development through various extracurricular activities. Facilities include four well-equipped classrooms, a large hall, and extensive outdoor play areas, including an adventure playground.
In addition to its educational offerings, Newton Primary provides nursery provision, as well as breakfast and after-school clubs, ensuring that families have access to essential support services. The school actively encourages visits and community involvement, enhancing the learning experience for its pupils.
The curriculum at Newton Primary is designed to be adaptable, catering to the interests and needs of individual students. The school offers a wide range of subjects, including art, science, and physical education, and provides opportunities for personal development through various extracurricular activities. Facilities include four well-equipped classrooms, a large hall, and extensive outdoor play areas, including an adventure playground.
In addition to its educational offerings, Newton Primary provides nursery provision, as well as breakfast and after-school clubs, ensuring that families have access to essential support services. The school actively encourages visits and community involvement, enhancing the learning experience for its pupils.
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Nearby alternatives
- Newbarns Primary & Nursery School (80.2)
- Victoria Academy (70.7)
- Yarlside Primary School (70.2)
- Holy Family Catholic Primary School (66.4)
- Victoria Infant and Nursery School (65.9)
Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2023 Cumbria
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 79
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 38
- FSM %
- 8.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2022-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 79 | 41 | 38 | 80 | 8.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 79 | 41 | 38 | 80 | 8.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 79 | 41 | 38 | 80 | 8.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 79 | 41 | 38 | 80 | 8.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 80 | 44 | 36 | 70 | 10.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 70 | 35 | 35 | 70 | 7.90 |
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