St George's CofE School
93%
Capacity
242
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St George's CofE School
St George's CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Westmorland and Furness community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 260 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St George's CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steven Herbert, it falls under Westmorland and Furness local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11190th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 99 in Westmorland and Furness.
St George's CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 23 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St George's CofE School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (18 responses).
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 St George's CofE School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westmorland and Furness, St George's CofE 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA14 2JN |
| Headteacher | Steven Herbert |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.8% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 260 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11190th of 13,686
Nationally
1649th of 2,065
In North West
73rd of 99
In Westmorland and Furness
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 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
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
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St George's CofE School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
School Street, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 2JN
School Street, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 2JN
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