St Pius X Catholic Primary School
URN: 112365 • Barrow-in-Furness LA14 4AA
Overview
- Name
- St Pius X Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 112365
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kevin McGoldrick (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Schneider Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 4AA
Summary
St Pius X Catholic Primary School, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender student body of 195 pupils, serving a capacity of 218. The school's ethos is rooted in Catholic values, aiming to "Restore all things in Christ" while fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for all students. The school promotes a strong sense of community and encourages parental involvement through initiatives like the Friends of St Pius X (FOSPX) committee.
The curriculum at St Pius X is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encompassing the National Curriculum alongside a focus on religious education and the arts. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and music programs, to enhance students' learning experiences and personal development. Support services such as SEND provision, mental health resources, and pastoral care are available to ensure every child's needs are met.
St Pius X prioritises the well-being and safety of its students, implementing comprehensive health and safety measures, including risk assessments and safeguarding protocols. The school also maintains open communication with parents through newsletters and online platforms, fostering a collaborative approach to education and community engagement.
The curriculum at St Pius X is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encompassing the National Curriculum alongside a focus on religious education and the arts. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and music programs, to enhance students' learning experiences and personal development. Support services such as SEND provision, mental health resources, and pastoral care are available to ensure every child's needs are met.
St Pius X prioritises the well-being and safety of its students, implementing comprehensive health and safety measures, including risk assessments and safeguarding protocols. The school also maintains open communication with parents through newsletters and online platforms, fostering a collaborative approach to education and community engagement.
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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
- Pre-LGR 2023 Cumbria
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 218
- Pupils
- 195
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 97
- FSM %
- 37.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2022-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-11-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 195 | 98 | 97 | 218 | 37.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 195 | 98 | 97 | 218 | 37.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 195 | 98 | 97 | 218 | 37.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 195 | 98 | 97 | 218 | 37.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 174 | 89 | 85 | 190 | 35.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 171 | 91 | 80 | 190 | 32.70 |
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