Newbarns Primary and Nursery School
96%
Capacity
439
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Newbarns Primary and Nursery School
Newbarns Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Westmorland and Furness community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 439 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newbarns Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Fitzgibbons, it falls under Westmorland and Furness local authority.
Newbarns Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 52 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Newbarns Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (78 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newbarns Primary and Nursery School include Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westmorland and Furness, Newbarns Primary and Nursery School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rising Side, Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA13 9ET |
| Headteacher | Victoria Fitzgibbons |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Number of Pupils | 439 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 439 / 459 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
78 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rising Side, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA13 9ET
Rising Side, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA13 9ET
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