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Sir John Barrow School
Argyle Street, Sir John Barrow School, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0BD, Westmorland and Furness
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
92.2 / 100
Top 8%
Better than 92% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
242
Capacity
300
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted as of March 2023, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 72% of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, placing it in the top 31% nationally. The school also boasts a high LocaleIQ score of 92.2, indicating it outperforms 92% of schools in its category. However, only 6% of students reach the higher standard in these subjects, which may be a consideration for parents seeking a more challenging environment for their children.
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Last inspected: 1 March 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 72% | Top 31% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.0%
White Other2.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.2%
Gypsy/Roma0.8%
Asian Indian0.8%
Other0.8%
Black African0.8%
Location
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54.19301, -3.08952 · LA12 0BD
School details
Local authorityWestmorland and Furness
RegionNorth West
URN112232
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.sjbarrow.cumbria.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Sir John Barrow School rated by Ofsted?
Sir John Barrow School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 1 March 2023.
Is Sir John Barrow School a good school?
Sir John Barrow School scores 92.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 8% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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