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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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