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Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery

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Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery

Skelwith Drive, Barrow in Furness, LA14 4PG

Community school
Pupils
279
Ages
2-11
FSM
4.7%
Capacity
218
Ofsted
Good
Dec 2019

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
77.0%
Writing
84.0%
Maths
74.0%
RWM Combined
65.0%

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About Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery

Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Barrow in Furness, Westmorland and Furness. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 279 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Skelwith Drive, Barrow in Furness, LA14 4PG | More schools in Westmorland and Furness

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jul 2024 — School remains Good
  2. Dec 2019 — Good
  3. Oct 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery

What is Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?
Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What are Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery's latest exam results?
Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery located?
Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Barrow in Furness, Westmorland and Furness (LA14 4PG).
How many pupils attend Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery?
Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery has around 279 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery with other schools?
View Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Westmorland and Furness.