Equalities Statement
Barrow U.R.C Primary School - Equalities Statement. Our school makes all members of our community feel welcome and valued. Our vision and values promote inclusion and equality, and tackle discrimination.
In line with the PSED (Public Sector Equality Duty) of the Equality Act 2010 we publish the following data:
| Characteristic | Breakdown |
| Number of pupils | 213 - 58% male, 42% female |
| Number of staff | 20 - 95% female 5% male |
| Number of governors | 9 - 33% male 67% female |
| Religion | URC |
| Attainment on entry | Broadly average |
| Pupil Mobility | The school has experienced a relatively high level of pupil mobility over the past five years, with a significant number of pupils joining the school during this period. In comparison, only a small number of pupils have left the school. |
| Free School Meals | 6.5% |
| Ethnicity |
95% White British |
| 5% other ethnic groups combined (none more than 3%) | |
| English as an additional language | 0.4% |
| Special Educational Needs | 11% |
| Average attendance rate | 96.2% |
| Awards , accreditations, recognitions | Ofsted Good School. Outstanding for Behaviour and Attitudes |
| Eco School, Early Years Quality Mark | |
| Healthy School, Platinum Sports Mark | |
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Ribble River Trust Award Lancashire Quality Mark Wellbeing 2026 Lancashire Quality Mark Behaviour GOLD 2025 Governors SEND |
Our equality objectives 2026-2030
- To ensure that all pupils have equitable access to enrichment activities, educational visits, clubs and wider opportunities, with barriers to participation identified and addressed.
- To promote a school environment in which all pupils feel valued, respected and included, regardless of their background, identity or circumstances.
- To monitor achievement and progress across different groups of pupils and identify and address any significant differences in outcomes.
This statement is to be read in conjunction with our Accessibility Plan