Barrow CofE Primary School
Barrow CofE Primary School is a primary school (Voluntary controlled school), ages 4–11, in Chester, CH3, run by Cheshire West and Chester council. It has 48 pupils in the published census. Latest Ofsted inspection (24 February 2026): Report card: Strong standard in 1 area, Expected standard in 5 areas, Urgent improvement in 1 area.
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Ofsted
Report card: Strong standard in 1 area, Expected standard in 5 areas, Urgent improvement in 1 area — inspected 24 February 2026.
| Area | Judgement |
|---|---|
Safeguarding standards | Not met |
Inclusion | Expected standard |
Curriculum and teaching | Expected standard |
Achievement | Expected standard |
Attendance and behaviour | Expected standard |
Personal development and wellbeing | Strong standard |
Early years | Expected standard |
Leadership and governance | Urgent improvement |
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Term dates
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Results
| Measure | Result | Academic year |
|---|---|---|
KS2: expected standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 33 | 2024/25 |
KS2: higher standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 0 | 2024/25 |
KS2 pupils | 6 | 2024/25 |
Pupils
| Measure | Pupils / percentage | Data period |
|---|---|---|
Pupils | 48 | 2025/26 |
Eligible for free school meals | 16.7% | 2025/26 |
English as an additional language | 2.1% | 2025/26 |
SEN support | 9.8% | 2024/25 |
Education, health and care (EHC) plan | 5.88% | 2024/25 |
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