John Harrison C of E Primary School
86%
Capacity
180
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About John Harrison C of E Primary School
John Harrison C of E Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 180 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated John Harrison C of E Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Curtis, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5762nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
John Harrison C of E Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 23 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Harrison C of E Primary School include Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, John Harrison C of E Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | North Street, Barrow-upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire, DN19 7AP |
| Headteacher | Joanne Curtis |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 210 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5762nd of 13,686
Nationally
595th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
22nd of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
29
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
North Street, Barrow-upon-Humber
North Lincolnshire, DN19 7AP
North Street, Barrow-upon-Humber
North Lincolnshire, DN19 7AP
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