Yarlside Academy
URN: 142248 • Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0LH
Overview
- Name
- Yarlside Academy
- URN
- 142248
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- FURNESS EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 52.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Janine Pierce (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229840930
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Red Oak Avenue, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0LH
Summary
Yarlside Academy, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 243 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. Under the leadership of a long-serving headteacher, the academy fosters an environment where children are encouraged to reach their full potential while enjoying a variety of enriching experiences.
The curriculum at Yarlside Academy is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside personal, social, and health education. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, with at least 20 clubs available each term, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
Yarlside Academy places a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, providing clear communication and support through various channels. The school also prioritises the wellbeing of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Yarlside Academy is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside personal, social, and health education. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, with at least 20 clubs available each term, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
Yarlside Academy places a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, providing clear communication and support through various channels. The school also prioritises the wellbeing of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
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- Safeguarding (other)
- Policies and Financial Reports (other)
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
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- FURNESS EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 243
- Boys
- 129
- Girls
- 114
- FSM %
- 2.10
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 243 | 129 | 114 | 210 | 2.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 245 | 128 | 117 | 210 | 2.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 246 | 128 | 118 | 210 | 1.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 246 | 128 | 118 | 210 | 1.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 253 | 132 | 121 | 210 | 0.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 247 | 125 | 122 | 210 | 0.00 |
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