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Sir John Barrow School

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Headteachers
Welcome

It is an absolute privilege to be the new Headteacher of Sir John Barrow School, a successful and inclusive primary school with integrated nursery provision, in the very heart of the Ulverston community.

As a member of the local community, I know how important it is for local schools to be a thriving part of the town and this ambition is shared by all staff.

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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Our School Blog

  • Holker Hall
    on Fri 10th July 2026 at 8:39 pm

    What a fantastic day!

  • Y2 – Visit from Steve Wharton
    on Fri 10th July 2026 at 8:21 pm

    We enjoyed finding out even more about Sir John Barrow this morning. Steve showed us a small part of his film about Sir John Barrow’s voyage to […]

  • Y2 – Sir John Barrow Cottage Visit
    on Fri 10th July 2026 at 8:05 pm

    It was a lovely afternoon for a local visit. We enjoyed looking around the very small museum, trying out a feather quill pen and sketching in the […]

  • Year 4 at Gill Banks Beck
    on Fri 10th July 2026 at 6:25 am

    A splashing time was had by all! Thank you so much to Mr Dobson and our parent helpers.