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Sir John Barrow School

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Headteachers
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It is a great privilege to be the Headteacher of Sir John Barrow School, a successful and inclusive nursery and primary school, in the very heart of the Ulverston community.
Recognised by Ofsted as an Outstanding school, we celebrate an upward trend in our children’s achievement, with good or better pupil progress.

Sir John Barrow Primary & Nursery School Age Range 3 to 11 years

We provide a caring and supportive environment where children learn through an exciting and creative curriculum

Ofsted 2023:-

  • ‘Pupils said that everyone is welcome here, no matter what their differences.’

  • ‘Leaders and teachers have the highest expectations for pupils’ achievement and behaviour.’

  •  ‘Pupils achieve highly, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).’

  • ‘Pupils benefit from an inspiring programme of activities for their personal development.’ 

  • ‘Reading is at the heart of the curriculum…‘Pupils across the school develop a love of reading’ 



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  • SJB Orienteering in Ulverston!
    on Thu 24th April 2025 at 7:10 pm

    Well done to all of our orienteers for their efforts today. A special mention to those competing for the first time. Congratulations to Rowan and […]

  • Year 5 at Jodrell Bank!
    on Wed 23rd April 2025 at 9:06 am

    Year 5 had a fantastic start back to school with a trip to Jodrell Bank. The class had learnt about Space and studied the book Hidden Figures so they […]

  • Thank you for our Forest Schools experience, Mr Maher
    on Tue 1st April 2025 at 6:28 pm

    Sunshine to finish and we have had a lovely time.

  • Year 2 – DT
    on Wed 26th March 2025 at 5:58 pm

    We have been learning about wheels and axles in DT. Today we made some brilliant ‘egg box vehicles’!