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Barrow URC Primary School
Old Row, Barrow, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9AZ, Lancashire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
78.5 / 100
Top 22%
Better than 79% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
194
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Faith
United Reformed Church
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 73% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 28% nationally. The LocaleIQ score of 78.5 indicates that it outperforms 79% of schools in the area, suggesting a supportive environment for student achievement. However, only 10% of pupils reach the higher standard in these subjects, which may be a consideration for parents focused on academic excellence.
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Last inspected: 4 June 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Good
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%. | 73% | Top 28% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 10% | Top 37% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British94.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.1%
Asian Indian1.5%
Mixed Other1.0%
Asian Other0.5%
Location
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53.84259, -2.39861 · BB7 9AZ
School details
Local authorityLancashire
RegionNorth West
URN119397
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Websitewww.barrow.lancsngfl.ac.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Barrow URC Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Barrow URC Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 4 June 2024.
Is Barrow URC Primary School a good school?
Barrow URC Primary School scores 78.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 22% 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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