Victoria Infant and Nursery School

URN: 112210 • Barrow-in-Furness LA14 5QN

Overview

Name
Victoria Infant and Nursery School
URN
112210
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lindsay Grayless (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01229812537
Website
Visit
Address
Oxford Street, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 5QN

Summary

Victoria Infant and Nursery School is a mixed community school located in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness. With a current enrolment of 226 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 180, reflecting its popularity within the local community. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can play, learn, and grow together.

The curriculum at Victoria Infant and Nursery School is designed to foster a love of learning and support the individual needs of each child. The school places a strong emphasis on play-based learning, ensuring that children develop essential skills in a supportive setting. Additionally, the school offers various resources and activities that promote both academic and social development.

Victoria Infant and Nursery School is committed to inclusivity, with 6.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals, indicating a focus on supporting families from diverse backgrounds. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, providing regular updates through newsletters and social media, which helps to strengthen the connection between home and school.

Key details

LA
Westmorland and Furness
Age range
2 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
226
Boys
103
Girls
123
FSM %
6.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 226 103 123 180 6.90
2024-09-11 223 115 108 260 10.20
2023-09-11 229 117 112 260 5.10
2022-09-11 229 117 112 260 5.10
2021-09-11 236 128 108 260 6.00
2020-09-11 231 121 110 260 6.40

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