Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School
73%
Capacity
180
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School
Ormsgill Nursery and Primary 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 180 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Cull, it falls under Westmorland and Furness local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 23% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13505th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 97th out of 99 in Westmorland and Furness.
Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 16 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 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 Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westmorland and Furness, Ormsgill Nursery and Primary 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 | Mill Bank, Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA14 4AR |
| Headteacher | Michael Cull |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.9% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 245 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (23%)
13505th of 13,686
Nationally
2032nd of 2,065
In North West
97th of 99
In Westmorland and Furness
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
23%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
20
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Bank, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 4AR
Journey to School
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