St Pius X Catholic Primary School, Barrow
URN: 149498 • Barrow-in-Furness LA14 4AA
Overview
- Name
- St Pius X Catholic Primary School, Barrow
- URN
- 149498
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MATER CHRISTI MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kevin McGoldrick (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229828406
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Schneider Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 4AA
Summary
St Pius X Catholic Primary School, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a mixed academy converter catering to 216 pupils, with a capacity for 246. The school is committed to fostering a strong Catholic ethos, guided by its mission to "Restore all things in Christ." This ethos is reflected in the school's values and community involvement, including collaboration with the local parish and participation in the Catholic Cluster Diocese.
The curriculum at St Pius X is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encompassing core subjects alongside arts, physical education, and modern foreign languages. The school emphasizes the importance of cultural capital and offers various extracurricular activities to enhance students' learning experiences. Support for pupils with special educational needs and mental health initiatives is also a priority, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, including newsletters, parent surveys, and the Friends of St Pius X committee. The school also provides resources for online safety and remote learning, ensuring that families are well-informed and supported in their children's education.
The curriculum at St Pius X is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encompassing core subjects alongside arts, physical education, and modern foreign languages. The school emphasizes the importance of cultural capital and offers various extracurricular activities to enhance students' learning experiences. Support for pupils with special educational needs and mental health initiatives is also a priority, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, including newsletters, parent surveys, and the Friends of St Pius X committee. The school also provides resources for online safety and remote learning, ensuring that families are well-informed and supported in their children's education.
Useful links
- Administer Site (other)
- School Jotter (other)
- school website (other)
- Webanywhere (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
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MATER CHRISTI MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 246
- Pupils
- 216
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 98
- FSM %
- 32.70
- Open date
- 2023-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 216 | 118 | 98 | 246 | 32.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 228 | 120 | 108 | 246 | 34.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 246 |
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