Newbarns Primary and Nursery School
URN: 149961 • Barrow-in-Furness LA13 9ET
Overview
- Name
- Newbarns Primary and Nursery School
- URN
- 149961
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SOUTH CUMBRIA MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 48.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gary Birkett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229877442
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rising Side, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 9ET
Summary
Newbarns Primary and Nursery School, located in Barrow-in-Furness, is a mixed academy converter catering to 439 pupils, with a capacity for 459. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting British values and a strong sense of community among its students and families.
The curriculum at Newbarns is designed to meet the National Curriculum standards, with a focus on reading and phonics, alongside various curriculum enhancements. Parents can access detailed information about the curriculum and its implementation through the school's website, ensuring transparency and engagement in their child's education.
Safeguarding is a priority at Newbarns, with Mr. Gary Birkett serving as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and Mrs. Victoria Fitzgibbons as the Deputy. The school encourages open communication regarding any concerns, providing contact details for both the DSL and the Chair of Governors for issues related to safeguarding. This approach underscores the school's commitment to the well-being and safety of its students.
The curriculum at Newbarns is designed to meet the National Curriculum standards, with a focus on reading and phonics, alongside various curriculum enhancements. Parents can access detailed information about the curriculum and its implementation through the school's website, ensuring transparency and engagement in their child's education.
Safeguarding is a priority at Newbarns, with Mr. Gary Birkett serving as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and Mrs. Victoria Fitzgibbons as the Deputy. The school encourages open communication regarding any concerns, providing contact details for both the DSL and the Chair of Governors for issues related to safeguarding. This approach underscores the school's commitment to the well-being and safety of its students.
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- Facebook (other)
- Ofsted (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
- SOUTH CUMBRIA MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 459
- Pupils
- 439
- Boys
- 221
- Girls
- 218
- FSM %
- 11.70
- Open date
- 2023-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 439 | 221 | 218 | 459 | 11.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 441 | 217 | 224 | 459 | 9.90 |
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