Ramsden Infant School
70%
Capacity
94
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Ramsden Infant School
Ramsden Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Westmorland and Furness community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 94 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ramsden Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Jackson, it falls under Westmorland and Furness local authority.
Ramsden Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 23 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ramsden Infant School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westmorland and Furness, Ramsden Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Thwaite Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA14 1AN |
| Headteacher | Sue Jackson |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 135 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thwaite Street, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 1AN
Thwaite Street, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 1AN
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