St Columba's School

URN: 112364 • Barrow-in-Furness LA14 3AD

Overview

Name
St Columba's School
URN
112364
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire O'Donnell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01229471522
Website
Visit
Address
Church Lane, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 3AD

Summary

St Columba's Catholic Primary School, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 216 pupils and a capacity of 240. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where each child is valued for their uniqueness and encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and socially. The mission of the school is to educate the "Whole Child," integrating the teachings of the Gospel into daily life and learning.

The curriculum at St Columba's is designed to meet the individual needs of all pupils, promoting a love for learning while ensuring high standards of education. The school emphasizes the importance of kindness and community, encouraging students to support one another and engage actively with their peers and teachers.

St Columba's also maintains strong links with local parishes and families, creating a collaborative community that enhances the educational experience. The school hosts various events and activities, fostering a sense of belonging and involvement among students, parents, and staff alike. For more information, visit their website at www.stcolumbas.cumbria.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Westmorland and Furness
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
216
Boys
101
Girls
115
FSM %
9.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 216 101 115 240 9.30
2024-09-11 219 99 120 240 6.40
2023-09-11 215 91 124 240 4.20
2022-09-11 215 91 124 240 4.20
2021-09-11 220 91 129 240 7.00
2020-09-11 230 102 128 240 7.10

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