PrimaryData as of May 2026

St Columba's School

Church Lane, Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 3AD

Voluntary aided school

Roman Catholic

Pupils

216

Ages

3-11

FSM

9.3%

Capacity

240

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2012

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

60.0%

Writing

60.0%

Maths

37.0%

RWM Combined

30.0%

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About St Columba's School

St Columba's School is a primary school in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2012 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 30% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 216 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Church Lane, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 3AD | More schools in Westmorland and Furness

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Columba's School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2022 — School remains Good
Jun 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about St Columba's School

What is St Columba's School's Ofsted rating?

St Columba's School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.

What are St Columba's School's latest exam results?

St Columba's School: KS2 2024/25: 30% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is St Columba's School located?

St Columba's School is a primary school in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness (LA14 3AD).

How many pupils attend St Columba's School?

St Columba's School has around 216 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Columba's School with other schools?

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