Barrowford School
URN: 119166 • Nelson BB9 6EA
Overview
- Name
- Barrowford School
- URN
- 119166
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Tomlinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01282615644
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rushton Street, Nelson BB9 6EA
Summary
Barrowford Primary School is a community school located in Nelson, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 327 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school is committed to nurturing kind, confident, and curious learners, fostering an inclusive environment where every child is valued. The ethos of the school emphasizes respect, growth, and a love for learning, celebrating diversity within its vibrant community.
The curriculum at Barrowford is designed to inspire young minds, focusing on equality, diversity, and inclusion. It aims to develop not only academic skills but also character and resilience, preparing students to become thoughtful and active members of their communities. The school engages pupils through various projects and a cultural capital programme, encouraging creativity and empathy.
Barrowford Primary School also prioritises clear communication with families and offers support through dedicated staff. The school provides a range of policies to ensure a safe and enriching environment, making it a welcoming place for all students and their families.
The curriculum at Barrowford is designed to inspire young minds, focusing on equality, diversity, and inclusion. It aims to develop not only academic skills but also character and resilience, preparing students to become thoughtful and active members of their communities. The school engages pupils through various projects and a cultural capital programme, encouraging creativity and empathy.
Barrowford Primary School also prioritises clear communication with families and offers support through dedicated staff. The school provides a range of policies to ensure a safe and enriching environment, making it a welcoming place for all students and their families.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND (Special Education Needs) (sen)
- Accessibility Plan (sen)
- Identifying pupils with SEND (sen)
- Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Information Report (sen)
- Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Policy (sen)
- Cultural Capital Calendar (calendar)
- Operation Encompass Awareness Letter (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Whitefield Infant School and Nursery (71.1)
- Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School (66.7)
- Blacko Primary School (63.9)
- Blacko Primary School (63.3)
- Pendle Primary Academy (62.7)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 327
- Boys
- 195
- Girls
- 132
- FSM %
- 41.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 327 | 195 | 132 | 420 | 41.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 296 | 176 | 120 | 420 | 41.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 347 | 205 | 142 | 420 | 28.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 347 | 205 | 142 | 420 | 28.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 345 | 198 | 147 | 420 | 27.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 363 | 195 | 168 | 420 | 19.80 |
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