Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow
106%
Capacity
222
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Westmorland and Furness community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 222 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simone Beach, it falls under Westmorland and Furness local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 18% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13582nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 98th out of 99 in Westmorland and Furness.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 24 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westmorland and Furness, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA14 2BA |
| Headteacher | Simone Beach |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.0% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 210 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (18%)
13582nd of 13,686
Nationally
2042nd of 2,065
In North West
98th of 99
In Westmorland and Furness
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
18%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
31
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (77% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 2BA
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 2BA
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