Roose School

URN: 112207 • Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0HF

Overview

Name
Roose School
URN
112207
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.2 / 100
Roose School building in Barrow-in-Furness

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jenny Redhead (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01229838841
Website
Visit Roose School website
Address
North Row, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0HF
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Summary

Roose Community Primary School, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a mixed community school with a capacity of 210 pupils, currently serving 198 students. The school embraces a caring ethos, encapsulated in its motto, “As a Caring Community, we Learn and Grow.” This philosophy underpins the school's commitment to supporting the social and emotional well-being of its pupils and families through a tailored Values Education system.

The curriculum at Roose follows the National Curriculum, with a focus on making learning engaging and relevant to the interests of the children. The school utilises its extensive outdoor space to enhance the learning experience, encouraging exploration and creativity. High expectations are set for all students, fostering a positive environment where they can thrive academically and socially.

Roose Primary also prioritises safeguarding and well-being, implementing a comprehensive approach to ensure the safety of all pupils. The school offers wrap-around care services, providing support for families before and after school hours. With a strong sense of community, Roose Primary actively engages with parents and local organisations to enrich the educational experience for its students.

Key details

LA
Westmorland and Furness
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
198
Boys
101
Girls
97
FSM %
15.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 198 101 97 210 15.70
2024-09-11 201 106 95 210 15.40
2023-09-11 192 91 101 210 12.50
2022-09-11 192 91 101 210 12.50
2021-09-11 196 86 110 210 14.30
2020-09-11 194 96 98 210 11.30

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