Barrow 1618 CofE Free School

URN: 138268 • Broseley TF12 5BW

Overview

Name
Barrow 1618 CofE Free School
URN
138268
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BARROW 1618 THE SCHOOL CO
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anita Ward (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01952388640
Website
Visit
Address
Barrow, Broseley TF12 5BW

Summary

Barrow 1618 CofE Free School, located in Broseley, Shropshire, is a small primary school that opened in September 2012. It serves a mixed-gender population of 97 pupils, with a capacity of 84. The school is rooted in its historic heritage, having been established on the site of one of Shropshire’s oldest schools, founded in 1618. It aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally, guided by Christian values and community service.

The school offers a unique curriculum that emphasises experiential learning and environmental engagement. It caters to children from Reception to Year 6, focusing on identifying and nurturing individual strengths and talents. The ‘Barrow Values’ framework promotes skills such as independence, tolerance, and resilience, preparing students for future challenges.

In addition to its primary education, Barrow 1618 hosts the Barrow Village Preschool, providing early years education for children from the age of two. The school prides itself on being a supportive and creative community, dedicated to making a positive impact on both students and the wider community.

Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BARROW 1618 THE SCHOOL CO
Capacity
84
Pupils
97
Boys
51
Girls
46
FSM %
11.30
Open date
2012-09-03
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 97 51 46 84 11.30
2024-09-11 97 50 47 84 13.40
2023-09-11 98 55 43 84 7.10
2022-09-11 98 55 43 84 7.10
2021-09-11 94 50 44 84 5.30
2020-09-11 92 48 44 84 5.40

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