St Paul's CofE Junior School
63%
Capacity
76
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Paul's CofE Junior School
St Paul's CofE Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Westmorland and Furness community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 76 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Paul's CofE Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Newby, it falls under Westmorland and Furness local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9396th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 99 in Westmorland and Furness.
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 St Paul's CofE Junior School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Chess, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westmorland and Furness, St Paul's CofE Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hawcoat Lane, Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA14 4HF |
| Headteacher | Jane Newby |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Number of Pupils | 76 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.5% |
| School Capacity | 76 / 120 (63% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9396th of 13,686
Nationally
1357th of 2,065
In North West
57th of 99
In Westmorland and Furness
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
5%
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's CofE Junior School
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Contact Information
Hawcoat Lane, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 4HF
Hawcoat Lane, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 4HF
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