Newbarns Primary & Nursery School

URN: 112244 • Barrow-in-Furness LA13 9ET

Overview

Name
Newbarns Primary & Nursery School
URN
112244
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
80.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gary Birkett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Rising Side, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 9ET

Summary

Newbarns Primary & Nursery School is a community school located in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness. With a mixed-gender enrollment of 440 pupils, the school operates within a capacity of 459, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for children. The school emphasizes British values and aims to foster a sense of community among students and families.

The curriculum at Newbarns is designed to meet the National Curriculum requirements, with a strong focus on reading and phonics. Parents can access detailed curriculum information, including enhancements and an overview, to understand how their children are being educated. The school also prioritizes safeguarding, with designated staff members responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.

Newbarns Primary & Nursery School values open communication with parents and encourages involvement in school activities. The school provides uniform information and maintains a commitment to creating a positive and nurturing atmosphere for learning.

Key details

LA
Westmorland and Furness
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
459
Pupils
440
Boys
216
Girls
224
FSM %
8.80
Open date
Close date
2023-09-30
Last Ofsted
2013-05-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 440 216 224 459 8.80
2024-09-11 440 216 224 459 8.80
2023-09-11 424 209 215 459 8.20
2022-09-11 424 209 215 446 8.20
2021-09-11 432 218 214 446 8.80
2020-09-11 437 221 216 446 8.20

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