St James' CofE Junior School
URN: 112362 • Barrow-in-Furness LA14 1NY
Overview
- Name
- St James' CofE Junior School
- URN
- 112362
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jacqueline Rushton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229833610
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blake Street, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 1NY
Summary
St James' CofE Junior School, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 121 pupils, well below its capacity of 240. The school embraces a Christian ethos, guided by the belief that "For with God nothing shall be impossible" (Luke 1:37). This vision fosters a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to respect diverse faiths and beliefs, promoting values such as care, respect, and responsibility.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to meet national standards and includes a range of subjects, ensuring a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on history and modern foreign languages, among other subjects, to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the world around them. The curriculum is carefully sequenced to help children develop essential skills and knowledge.
St James' also prioritises community engagement and support, offering various resources for families, including information on safeguarding and additional needs. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (49.60%), the school is committed to providing equal opportunities for all students, ensuring that each child can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to meet national standards and includes a range of subjects, ensuring a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on history and modern foreign languages, among other subjects, to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the world around them. The curriculum is carefully sequenced to help children develop essential skills and knowledge.
St James' also prioritises community engagement and support, offering various resources for families, including information on safeguarding and additional needs. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (49.60%), the school is committed to providing equal opportunities for all students, ensuring that each child can thrive academically and socially.
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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
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 121
- Boys
- 63
- Girls
- 58
- FSM %
- 49.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 121 | 63 | 58 | 240 | 49.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 131 | 70 | 61 | 240 | 47.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 111 | 57 | 54 | 240 | 46.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 111 | 57 | 54 | 240 | 46.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 120 | 61 | 59 | 240 | 35.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 128 | 69 | 59 | 240 | 30.50 |
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