Parkside Academy
URN: 142249 • BARROW-in-FURNESS LA13 9BY
Overview
- Name
- Parkside Academy
- URN
- 142249
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- FURNESS EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anthony Costa (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229828348
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Greengate Street, BARROW-in-FURNESS LA13 9BY
Summary
Parkside Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, with a current enrolment of 281 pupils and a capacity of 300. The school operates under the Furness Education Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive. The ethos centres on fostering curiosity, potential, and a love of learning, ensuring that every child receives a strong foundation for their future.
The curriculum at Parkside Academy is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the arts. The school also offers various extra-curricular activities to enhance personal development and encourage independence. Support for students with special educational needs and those eligible for pupil premium is integral to the school's approach, ensuring that all children have access to the resources they need to succeed.
Parkside Academy prides itself on its well-resourced facilities, which include extensive indoor and outdoor learning environments. The school community is described as happy and motivated, with a focus on respect and collaboration among students and staff. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain a deeper understanding of its offerings and values.
The curriculum at Parkside Academy is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the arts. The school also offers various extra-curricular activities to enhance personal development and encourage independence. Support for students with special educational needs and those eligible for pupil premium is integral to the school's approach, ensuring that all children have access to the resources they need to succeed.
Parkside Academy prides itself on its well-resourced facilities, which include extensive indoor and outdoor learning environments. The school community is described as happy and motivated, with a focus on respect and collaboration among students and staff. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain a deeper understanding of its offerings and values.
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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
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- FURNESS EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 281
- Boys
- 129
- Girls
- 152
- FSM %
- 31.00
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 281 | 129 | 152 | 300 | 31.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 297 | 139 | 158 | 300 | 30.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 292 | 150 | 142 | 300 | 34.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 292 | 150 | 142 | 232 | 34.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 261 | 137 | 124 | 232 | 32.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 257 | 140 | 117 | 232 | 33.20 |
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