Victoria Infant and Nursery School
126%
Capacity
226
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Victoria Infant and Nursery School
Victoria Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Westmorland and Furness community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (126% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Victoria Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Grayless, it falls under Westmorland and Furness local authority.
Victoria Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 47 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Victoria Infant and Nursery School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Victoria Infant and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westmorland and Furness, Victoria Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oxford Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA14 5QN |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Grayless |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 180 (126% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2018. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oxford Street, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 5QN
Oxford Street, Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness, LA14 5QN
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