Victoria Academy
Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 5NE · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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16th of 108 primary schools in Westmorland and Furness we can score, 121 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,256 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.8/10 among them, against 5.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Victoria Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.8 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a Wellbeing Club, along with a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 pupils against a stated capacity of 220. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific activities take place during the Wellbeing Club?
What Ofsted said about Victoria Academy
Overview
Victoria Academy is described as a place where pupils are “successful, resilient, creative and happy,” thriving within a “very strong climate for learning.” The report highlights that the school has achieved an “extraordinary” turnaround in academic outcomes, particularly in mathematics, following the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspectors found that the school maintains exceptionally high standards across all areas of provision, with pupils demonstrating “exemplary” behaviour and a deep sense of pride in their education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “meticulously designed” with “crystal clear” knowledge and skills, enabling all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to develop a “strong and rich body of subject knowledge.”
- Staff possess “very strong subject knowledge” and use assessment information with “precision” to address misconceptions swiftly and adapt teaching effectively.
- Reading is placed “at the heart of everything,” ensuring the “vast majority of pupils are fluent and confident readers” through expert support for those who fall behind.
- Pupils exhibit “exemplary” behaviour, showing “remarkably high levels of respect” for one another and rarely disturbing lessons.
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils enjoying an “enormous range of high-quality activities” and accessing well-being clubs to discuss concerns.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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